Your Flight
We analysed more than 1,500 data points along your route from LaGuardia Airport, New York to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport, Roanoke.
American Eagle
LGA
ROA
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American Eagle · Live forecast
LGA
→
ROA
20
Calm Score
"A bumpy ride ahead — stay buckled and breathe."
1h 48m
Duration
352 nm
Distance
30,000 ft
Cruise Altitude
VERY LOW
Confidence
Turbulence comfort along route
Comfort score combines turbulence probability with intensity — higher means rougher
Smooth
Light
Moderate
Severe
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Your flight departs in less than 6 hours. The forecast is unlikely to change significantly at this point.
We know turbulence can feel scary — especially on long flights.
This report is built for you: what bumps feel like, when they happen, and why you'll be completely safe. 1 in 3 passengers feel exactly like you.
Right now on your route
Live pilot reports from aircraft flying LGA → ROA
3 pilot reports along this route
2 / 3
Reporting smooth
0 / 3
Light turbulence
1
Moderate or worse
Latest pilot reports
Smooth
ARP UAL2032 3654N 07909W 1355 F360 MS52 279/047KT TB NONE SK ON TOP IC
13m ago
Smooth
PSK UA /OV PSK235031/TM 1355/FL100/TP C177/TB LGT-MOD CHOP/RM ZTLFD-45
13m ago
Smooth
POU UA /OV 1 MILE S OF POU/TM 1350/FL018/TP C172/SK BKN018
18m ago
AI-powered flight briefing
1,500 data points analyzed
Your Journey Beta
15 minutes into the flight: Expect more intense turbulence. Keep your seatbelt fastened.
The crew may adjust altitude or ask you to stay seated during these sections.
The rest of the flight should be smooth.
Your route takes you over the Appalachian Mountains – conditions there can sometimes cause light turbulence.
Buckle Up
We're expecting some turbulence during this flight. Please keep your seatbelt fastened. Remember: turbulence is uncomfortable but aircraft handle it safely. Pilots often adjust altitude or route to find smoother air.
Takeoff
Takeoff should feel a bit bumpy initially, with calm conditions around the airport.
Winds Aloft
Standard wind conditions expected at cruising altitude.
Landing
Landing should feel expect some bumps on approach 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.
Relaxation Exercises
ZeroTurb Index (ZTI): Powered by our turbulence prediction algorithm combining atmospheric Richardson Number, wind shear analysis, temperature gradients, and geomagnetic activity. Learn more
Flight Timeline 1h 48min
Maximum turbulence expected per segment
Takeoff
Moderate
0:20-0:43
Moderate
0:43-1:06
Severe
1:06-1:28
Severe
Landing
Severe
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
LGA
LaGuardia Airport — Departure
Wind
7 kt (320°)
Sky
Broken
Temperature
21°C
Conditions
VFR — Clear conditions, no delays expected
ROA
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport — Arrival
Wind
10 kt (300°)
Sky
Few
Temperature
21°C
Conditions
VFR — Clear conditions, no delays expected
Your flight details
Departure timing and aircraft information
Afternoon Flight Departure
Time of day
Afternoon Flight
Tip
Afternoon flights may encounter more turbulence due to thermal activity as the sun heats the ground, creating rising air currents.
When
Today
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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.
This forecast integrates data from:
- ECMWF Open Data — Global atmospheric model (wind/temperature at 13 flight levels)
- NOAA Aviation Weather Center — Pilot Reports (PIREPs), SIGMETs/AIRMETs, TAFs
- NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center — Aurora forecasts for polar routes
- AviationStack API — Flight schedules and airline operational data
Disclaimer: This forecast is for informational purposes only. Always consult official aviation weather sources and follow ATC guidance.