Flying Safety and Weather Challenges

This chapter explores the safety of flying, emphasizing the U.S. aviation system's strong record despite challenges like bird strikes and severe weather. It covers how airlines prioritize passenger safety and the increasing turbulence linked to climate change, while also touching on humorous anecdotes related to Florida iguanas and absurd 911 calls. The discussion culminates in the urgent need for relief efforts amid the wildfires in Southern California and the looming impacts of a winter storm across the southern U.S.