Flight planning along the coast.

[Dave Anderson]

So I’m curious when planning N/S routes on the east or west coast what are your thoughts on turbulence on coastal routes?

I’m looking at options for Sun N Fun and taking the wife who isn’t yet comfortable but I thought a coastal view would be nice for part of the trip. We are in a Bristell

I’ve not done the trip so curious what others typically experience on those flights. Is hugging the coast always asking for more wind and bumps?

 

[Daleandee]

Went down last year in a Commander 112. It was overcast and the ride was quite smooth. Coming back (once we got past the horrible weather that stranded us for a day or so) the ride in the clear sun ravished sky was a bit bumpy but very tolerable. Might have found a smoother ride up high but we were down at 4,500 with the AP on ...

 

[Domenick]

Bristell is in what state?
Where are you starting the flight?

 

[Morgan3820]

Victor 1 will take you down most of the way to Craig. and it will give the left seat a good view.

 

[Dave Anderson]

Bristell is in what state?
Where are you starting the flight?

KHGR in Hagerstown, MD

 

[Hang 4]

In general the air is smoother along the coast if there is a sea breeze. The cool air damps convective activity.