Delta Connection ATL CHA DL5520
Delta Connection · Live forecast
ATL → CHA
DL5520 · Apr 17, 2026 · 18:20 ED · mitsubishi crj-900lr
Also sold as: DL5376 Delta Air Lines
75
Calm Score
"Mostly smooth — one short bumpy section you'll handle."
0h 50m
Duration
92 nm
Distance
24,000 ft
Cruise Altitude
HIGH
Confidence
Turbulence comfort along route
Comfort score combines turbulence probability with intensity — higher means rougher
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Right now on your route
Live pilot reports from aircraft flying ATL → CHA
4 pilot reports along this route
3 / 4
Reporting smooth
1 / 4
Light turbulence
0
Moderate or worse
Latest pilot reports
Smooth
IIY UA /OV AHN122029 /TM 2118 /FL380 /TP B38M /SK FEW-SCT /TA M57 /WV 31576KT /RM PRODUCED BY SKYPATH
44m ago
Smooth
BNA UA /OV BNA/TM 2115/FL370/TP B737/TB NEG/RM ZME
47m ago
Light
ATL UA /OV VXV/TM 2110/FL330/TP B738/TB LGT/RM ZTLFD 39
52m ago
Smooth
ATL UA /OV ODF030020/TM 2104/FL300/TP SF50/TB NEG/RM ZTLFD 50
58m ago
AI-powered flight briefing
400 data points analyzed · HIGH confidence
Your Flight

We analysed more than 400 data points along your route from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International, Atlanta to Lovell Field, Chattanooga.

Your Journey Beta

Your route takes you over the Appalachian Mountains – conditions there can sometimes cause light turbulence.

Mostly Smooth

Overall conditions look mostly smooth with occasional light bumps. Nothing to worry about.

Takeoff

Takeoff should feel smooth with possible light bumps, with calm conditions around the airport.

Winds Aloft

Winds at cruising altitude are about 54 knots.

Landing

Landing should feel smooth with possible light bumps with typical approach conditions.

You're in Safe Hands

If you feel nervous at any point, remember that turbulence is expected, safe, and part of normal flying. The crew is monitoring everything, and the aircraft is built to handle far more than anything you will feel. Have a safe and calm flight.

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Live data from ECMWF global forecast models · 12 atmospheric pressure levels · Updated every 6 hours
Flight Timeline 50 min
Maximum turbulence expected per segment
Takeoff
Light
0:15-0:35
Light
Landing
Light
Smooth
Light
Moderate
Severe
Longer bars indicate higher turbulence intensity. Values shown are the maximum for each time segment.
Airport conditions
Live weather at departure and arrival
ATL Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International — Departure
Wind
11 kt (300°)
Sky
Few
Temperature
31°C
Conditions
VFR — Clear conditions, no delays expected
CHA Lovell Field — Arrival
Wind
3 kt (200°)
Sky
Few
Temperature
30°C
Conditions
VFR — Clear conditions, no delays expected
Your flight details
Departure timing and aircraft information
Evening Flight Departure
Time of day
Evening Flight
Tip
Evening and night flights typically offer smoother conditions as thermal activity subsides and the atmosphere stabilizes after sunset.
When
Today
mitsubishi crj-900lr
Category
Regional Jet
Size
Small
Comfort
Regional jets are smaller and lighter, so turbulence may be more noticeable to passengers. However, they are fully certified and safe for all weather conditions.
Data sources & our approach
ZeroTurb's Custom Algorithm: Our proprietary ZeroTurb Index (ZTI) combines three meteorological indices weighted by their predictive accuracy — giving you transparent, passenger-focused turbulence probability instead of vague categories.

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Disclaimer: This forecast is for informational purposes only. Always consult official aviation weather sources and follow ATC guidance.