What is clear air turbulence (CAT)? Why does clear air turbulence represent a hazard to aviation?

What will be the ideal response?


ANSWER: If eddies form in clear air, this form of turbulence is called clear air turbulence (or CAT). When flying in an aircraft through such turbulence, the bumpiness may range from small vibrations to violent up and down motions that force passengers against their seats and toss objects throughout the cabin.

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