Netjets Aviation JFK SYR 1I522
Netjets Aviation · Live forecast
JFK → SYR
1I522 · Mar 16, 2026 · 18:00 ED
78
Calm Score
"Mostly smooth — one short bumpy section you'll handle."
0h 48m
Duration
181 nm
Distance
24,000 ft
Cruise Altitude
VERY 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 JFK → SYR
11 pilot reports along this route
5 / 11
Reporting smooth
3 / 11
Light turbulence
3
Moderate or worse
Latest pilot reports
Smooth
LGA UUA /OV LGA/TM 1100/FL003/TP E175/RM BASE FINAL RWY 22 AT MINS
7m ago
Light
ALB UA /OV ALB/TM 1057/FL150/TP B38M/TB LGT CHOP 090-150/RM DURC
10m ago
Smooth
LGA UUA /OV LGA/TM 1055/FL003/TP E175/RM BASE FINAL RWY 22 AT MINS
12m ago
Light
POU UA /OV IGN/TM 1054/FL120/TP E170/TB CONS LGT CAT/RM DURD 160-130
13m ago
Smooth
JFK UUA /OV KJFK045002/TM 1050/FL002/TP ALL/RM LLWS +/-15 KT 001 DURD RY22L
17m ago
AI-powered flight briefing
700 data points analyzed · VERY HIGH confidence
Your Flight

We analysed more than 700 data points along your route from John F Kennedy International Airport, New York to Syracuse Hancock International Airport, Syracuse.

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 60 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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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 48 min
Maximum turbulence expected per segment
Takeoff
Light
0:15-0:33
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
JFK John F Kennedy International Airport — Departure
Visibility
0 mi
Wind
23 kt G40 (170°)
Sky
Overcast
Temperature
9°C
Conditions
LIFR — Very poor visibility, significant delays expected
SYR Syracuse Hancock International Airport — Arrival
Wind
25 kt G35 (250°)
Sky
Overcast
Temperature
11°C
Conditions
MVFR — Reduced visibility, minor delays possible
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.