Turbulence
I was travelling from Zurich to Munich this evening and we hit some quite considerable turbulence, so much so that they stopped serving drinks. I'm a regular flyer and dont get nervous but did feel a little uncomfortable at times. While we were bouncing around the clouds I started to wonder how much turbulence a regular passenger plane is able to withstand. Logically I would say they are designed to handle any turbulence mother nature can throw at them as long as the captian doesnt decide to go tornado hunting..... (this is also the most comforting answer that i will accept as default until told otherwise....)
So I'd appreciate a professional's point of view on it. Also I did notice that the cabin crew didnt stop smiling throughout the whole flight. You must get nervous as well when it's really bumpy???
cheers
Slinks