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Given the unpredictability of clear air turbulence, experts emphasize the importance of operational safety measures:
Seatbelts remain essential, especially during unexpected turbulence.
Passenger positioning: Seats near the plane's center of gravity tend to experience less turbulence.
Handling emergencies: Keeping belts fastened and holding onto armrests or handles during turbulence is advised.
Emerging technologies like LiDAR could drastically improve early warning systems. However, current development is hampered by size, cost, and the complex physics of high-altitude air movement.