Do pilots correct for Coriolis effect?
Do pilots correct for Coriolis effect? There can still be a small Coriolis deflection even with the motion of the atmosphere, and pilots would need to correct for that. But the prevailing winds (jet streams, etc.) have a much larger effect on headings and flight times.
Would there still be a Coriolis force if the Earth stopped rotating?
In both hemispheres, this rotation is deemed cyclonic. If the Earth did not rotate, the air would flow directly in towards the low pressure center, but on a spinning Earth, the Coriolis force causes that air to be deviated with the result that it travels around the low pressure center.
Why does it take longer to fly back from Europe?
It is the rotation of the Earth that is causing the longer flight times, but not because it's moving towards or away from the flying aircraft. It is instead due to its influence on wind patterns – the so-called high-altitude jet streams.
Do pilots get nervous turbulence?
“The aircraft is designed to take the stress and strain of turbulence. For example, it's like designing a car with good enough suspension to drive over a rough surface road with potholes.” In short, pilots are not worried about turbulence - avoiding it is for convenience and comfort rather than safety.