Netjets Aviation DCA IAD 1I3771
Netjets Aviation · Live forecast
DCA → IAD
1I3771 · Mar 16, 2026 · 22:00
Also sold as: 1I863 Netjets Aviation
100
Calm Score
"A smooth ride ahead — sit back and enjoy."
0h 29m
Duration
20 nm
Distance
24,000 ft
Cruise Altitude
VERY LOW
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 DCA → IAD
5 pilot reports along this route
4 / 5
Reporting smooth
0 / 5
Light turbulence
1
Moderate or worse
Latest pilot reports
Smooth
PHL UA /OV PHL/TM 2209/FL008/TP CRJ9/RM ON FINAL FOR RWY 27R/ BASES 008
6m ago
Smooth
BWI UA /OV RWY 15R FINAL/TM 2157/FL004/TP B737/SK OVC004
18m ago
Smooth
PHL UA /OV PHL/TM 2152/FL009/TP E145/RM ON FINAL FOR RWY 27R/ BASES 009
23m ago
Moderate
IAD UA /OV AML350012/TM 2145/FLDURGD/TP A320/TB MOD/RM BELOW 080
30m ago
Smooth
BWI UA /OV BAL180003/TM 2141/FL020/TP B38M/SK BASE 004 OVC/RM DUKPN1 SID
34m ago
AI-powered flight briefing
100 data points analyzed
Your Flight

We analysed more than 100 data points along your route from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport, Dulles.

Your Journey Beta

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

Smooth Flight

We're expecting smooth conditions throughout your flight. You can sit back and relax.

Takeoff

Takeoff should feel a bit bumpy initially, with calm conditions around the airport.

Winds Aloft

Winds at cruising altitude are about 58 knots.

Landing

Landing should feel a bit bumpy on descent 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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ZeroTurb Index (ZTI): Powered by our turbulence prediction algorithm combining atmospheric Richardson Number, wind shear analysis, temperature gradients, and geomagnetic activity. Learn more
Live data from ECMWF global forecast models · 12 atmospheric pressure levels · Updated every 6 hours
Flight Timeline 29 min
Maximum turbulence expected per segment
Takeoff
Moderate
Landing
Smooth
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
DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport — Departure
Wind
18 kt G32 (220°)
Sky
Overcast
Temperature
18°C
Conditions
VFR — Clear conditions, no delays expected
IAD Washington Dulles International Airport — Arrival
Wind
24 kt G45 (270°)
Sky
Broken
Temperature
17°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
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.