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Old 5th Nov 2008, 08:44
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Alex 009
 
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Hate to be a party pooper, but Jetstar is essentially the budget arm of QANTAS. I would have no hesitation on getting on a Qantas aircraft tomorrow, but due to savings at the moment my next few flights are on Jetstar. Anyway aircraft wings are designed to have wing flex in them. Check out a picture of a 777 on the ground, and then just after rotation.

Also this might help:

http://www.flightglobal.com/blogs/fl...mb-476x237.jpg

As for ways to help, try and keep your mind occupied elsewhere. Enjoy a film/book/magazine, and just try telling yourself that the aircraft is more than capable of handling the turbulence.
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