Turbulence flying to/from Denver?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I think we had some but it didn’t bother my baby who I held in my arms.

Of course it didn’t bother your baby, babies have no fckn clue what turbulence is how would they even be afraid of it

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Yes, just before landing and right after takeoff. Hate it.

OP here. Ugh- good to know. Suppose it could be manageable if it doesn’t last too long. I will need to time taking my Xanax, lol. I just hate how it feels while you’re in it.

[Anonymous]

Do you have an afternoon flight? It’s worse in the afternoon and especially worse summer afternoons.

[Anonymous]

I’ve never had an issue…flying is safer than many other modes of transport. Of course, you’ll always find the one person who has had a scary experience once, but they’re rare.

[Anonymous]

I also hate turbulence, well I hate flying, and I fly in and out of Denver with no problems.

[Anonymous]

In the winter the jet stream is lower which causes mountain wave turbulence on the eastern side of the rockies. In the summer warm air off the plains causes thunderstorms and turbulent air in the afternoons. Arriving and departing in the morning should give the best opportunity for smooth air in and out of DIA.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I also hate turbulence, well I hate flying, and I fly in and out of Denver with no problems.

Thank you! This is helpful. Also in response to other comment, my flights are likely going to be in the morning.

[Anonymous]

I also hate turbulence and Denver’s infamy with it almost made me think twice about a Colorado vacation.

But we flew in and out on August afternoons with no problems.

[Anonymous]

I’ve flown to Denver a handful of times. The first time was pretty turbulent, but the subsequent times have not been.

I also hate turbulence, so I get it, OP.

If it happens, just remember that it will only be for a few minutes. You got this! 💪🏽💪🏽

[Anonymous]

I used to live in Denver. Landing and taking off can be pretty bumpy, that's a fact. it's due to the topography/terrain of the area. Not unusual, and nothing to worry about. The pilots are trained for just that.

[Anonymous]

I used to live in Colorado Springs and flew in and out of Denver all the time and I don’t remember it being unusually turbulent at all. I also lived in Reno and yeah, I remember that!!!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’ve flown to Denver a handful of times. The first time was pretty turbulent, but the subsequent times have not been.

I also hate turbulence, so I get it, OP.

If it happens, just remember that it will only be for a few minutes. You got this! 💪🏽💪🏽

Thank you! Appreciate it. I know it is normal and nothing bad will happen, just *hate* the feeling of turbulence and the plane being bumpy and the drops. Ugh. I’m glad it won’t last too long.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Yes it will be bumpy coming in. Very often you will have a go around at landing due to wind shears coming off the plains. It’s normal and ok. If the wing flaps go down and you speed up again, nothing is wrong, they just gotta circle and hang out at 10,000 feet until it’s clear to land.

Very often? Definitely not.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Yes it will be bumpy coming in. Very often you will have a go around at landing due to wind shears coming off the plains. It’s normal and ok. If the wing flaps go down and you speed up again, nothing is wrong, they just gotta circle and hang out at 10,000 feet until it’s clear to land.

Very often? Definitely not.

Yeah, I've landed there at least a dozen times and have never had to circle.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Yes it will be bumpy coming in. Very often you will have a go around at landing due to wind shears coming off the plains. It’s normal and ok. If the wing flaps go down and you speed up again, nothing is wrong, they just gotta circle and hang out at 10,000 feet until it’s clear to land.

Very often? Definitely not.

+1. That’s crazy talk.