About ZeroTurb
We're two tech geeks who share one small, irrational fear - the fear of flying.
We travel constantly for work, but no matter how many miles we log, that same familiar unease creeps in every time the cabin doors close.
It's not the flight itself. It's the uncertainty.
The bumps you don't expect. The sudden shake that makes you grip the armrest. The moment you wonder, "Was that supposed to happen?"
We searched everywhere for clarity - turbulence maps, weather reports, flight trackers, pilot forums - but none gave us what we truly needed: a clear, comprehensive, real-time picture of what our flight would actually feel like.
That's when ZeroTurb was born.
A Tool Built From Fear - and Curiosity
We didn't set out to build just another flight app.
We built ZeroTurb because we wanted to understand the skies - to replace anxiety with information, and fear with insight.
With the help of meteorological data, AI-driven models, and modern design, we've created a sophisticated turbulence analysis tool that brings together:
- Real-time turbulence forecasts
- Weather and wind pattern data
- Flight routes and altitude insights
- Cloud layers and pressure maps
All in one clean, simple interface - so anyone can see what's ahead before they fly.
Because we believe that knowledge calms fear.
Why We Care About Fear of Flying
Fear of flying isn't about logic - it's about the unknown.
Planes are statistically the safest way to travel, but anxiety doesn't listen to statistics. It listens to emotion.
We've both been there: refreshing multiple weather apps before takeoff, watching the clouds from the gate, silently hoping for a smooth journey. We know how it feels - that tension between wanting to relax and wanting to know.
That's why ZeroTurb exists.
To bridge the gap between technology and emotion, between data and peace of mind.
Whether you're a frequent traveler or someone just starting to overcome your flight anxiety, ZeroTurb gives you the tools to feel calmer, safer, and more informed.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple yet personal:
To make every traveler - including ourselves - feel a little calmer and a little more in control at 35,000 feet.
We can't stop turbulence from happening. But we can make it predictable. Understandable. Less mysterious.
And in doing so, we can make flying feel a little more human again.
ZeroTurb isn't just about technology. It's about empathy through data - transforming the fear of flying into confidence, awareness, and calm.
Fly Calm. Fly Informed.
Today, ZeroTurb is more than a project; it's a mission shared by two people who wanted to conquer their own fear - and ended up building a tool that helps thousands of others do the same.
We're not just helping you check the weather.
We're helping you understand the sky.
Because when you know what's ahead, you stop fearing it.
You prepare for it.
And sometimes, that's all you need to fly calm.
ZeroTurb — see turbulence before it happens, and fly with peace of mind.
Support Our Mission
ZeroTurb is a passion project built by two people who just wanted to fly calmer. If our tool helps you feel more at ease in the sky, consider supporting us to keep the service free and accurate.
Support UsHow It Works
ZeroTurb doesn't just display weather data - we actively process and analyze professional-grade meteorological data to create custom turbulence forecasts tailored to your specific route:
Our Data Processing Infrastructure
We run our own weather data processing systems:
- Automated workers download raw meteorological data every 6 hours from ECMWF (European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts)
- Custom algorithms calculate turbulence indices (ETI & Brown) at 13 flight levels across the globe
- Lightning detection workers process satellite data every 10 minutes from NOAA and EUMETSAT
- NOAA GTG turbulence forecasts are downloaded, parsed, and indexed for rapid route-specific queries
- All data is stored in our own PostgreSQL database with PostGIS spatial extensions for lightning-fast geographic queries
Professional-Grade Turbulence Forecasts
- GTG (Graphical Turbulence Guidance): NOAA's advanced AI-driven turbulence forecasting system, used by professional pilots worldwide. We process raw GTG forecasts at multiple flight levels (10,000-45,000 feet) and calculate turbulence probability along your specific route.
- In-House Turbulence Algorithms: Proprietary calculations combining Ellrod Turbulence Index (ETI) and Brown Turbulence Index using ECMWF meteorological data - the same weather models trusted by major airlines and aviation authorities globally.
- Global Winds Aloft: Real-time wind speed, direction, and temperature data from ECMWF Open Data at 13 flight levels (FL100-FL450), updated every 6 hours with global coverage.
- Aurora Forecasts: Northern Lights visibility predictions for polar routes using NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center data.
Real-Time Observations & Hazard Detection
- PIREPs (Pilot Reports): Real turbulence reports from pilots currently flying, updated every 15 minutes from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
- Global Lightning Detection: Near-real-time lightning strike data from two satellite systems:
- NOAA GOES-18 Lightning Mapper (Americas + Pacific Ocean)
- EUMETSAT MTG-I1 Lightning Imager (Europe + Africa + Middle East)
- Combined coverage: ~95% of Earth's populated areas, updated every 10 minutes
- METARs (Weather Observations): Current weather conditions at airports worldwide, updated hourly
- AIRMETs & SIGMETs: Official FAA weather advisories for turbulence, icing, and convection with automatic movement prediction
- TAFs (Terminal Area Forecasts): 24-30 hour airport-specific weather forecasts for departure and arrival planning
Advanced Route Analysis
- Intelligent Route Calculation: Great circle path analysis with aircraft-specific altitude profiles and fuel-efficient cruise altitudes
- Multi-Layer Heatmaps: Interactive color-coded overlays showing GTG turbulence, winds aloft, PIREPs, lightning activity, and weather advisories simultaneously
- Altitude Profile Charts: Comprehensive dual-axis visualization integrating altitude profile, pilot reports, GTG forecasts, and in-house turbulence calculations
- Data Confidence Scoring: Real-time assessment based on forecast age, data availability, model agreement, and observation density along your specific route
- Hazard Timeline: Chronological display of when you'll encounter specific weather conditions based on flight time and position
Privacy & Security
We respect your privacy. ZeroTurb does not require user accounts, stores searches locally in your browser only, and uses cookies only with your consent.
Read our full Privacy Policy for more details.
Disclaimer
Important: ZeroTurb is an informational tool based on publicly available aviation weather data. It is NOT a substitute for official aviation weather briefings, flight planning services, or professional pilot judgment. Always consult official sources and follow proper aviation safety procedures. Turbulence forecasts are predictions based on available data and may not reflect actual conditions. Weather can change rapidly and unexpectedly.