How Do Planes Fly Safely In High Winds?

Throughout the winter, adverse weather conditions, such as high wind speeds, can wreak havoc and create potentially hazardous conditions for travel. This was the case recently as Storm Darragh battered much of the UK, affecting airports, roads, and railways, and leaving thousands without power. Meanwhile, the Northeast US has been bracing for the arrival of a winter storm spanning nearly 2,000 miles.