Riding waves, shears, rotors, bumps, and jumps

Wind shear and turbulence are as aggravating as they are potentially dangerous. Turbulent atmospheric motions occur frequently enough that pilots need to be savvy about where and why they can happen, and know what to do when they strike. Here's a brief rundown of some of the dodgiest situations you could encounter.
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