France, Aug. 24 -- The seatbelt sign pings on, trays rattle, drinks slosh in their glasses.For many flyers, air turbulence can be an unnerving experience- and in a world warming under the effects of climate change, it is only set to worsen, according to a growing body of scientific evidence.

Here are the key things to know during another searing summer in 2025. Why turbulence matters

Beyond making people uneasy, turbulence is also the leading cause of in-flight weather accidents, according to official data.

The numbers remain relatively small: there were 207 reported injuries on US commercial flights between 2009 and 2024. But high-profile incidents have thrust the issue into the spotlight.

These include an Air Europa flight last year...