Two passenger flights by Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines reached speeds over 800 mph due to near record-breaking winds, arriving at their destinations early.
High-altitude winds over the Mid-Atlantic region propelled the planes to such speeds, exceeding the typical cruising speed of around 600 mph for passenger planes.
The planes did not break the sound barrier despite flying faster than the speed of sound, as they were still flying at their usual cruising speeds in exceptionally fast air.
This evening's weather balloon launch detected the 2nd strongest upper-level wind recorded in local history going back to the mid 20th century! Around 34,000-35,000 ft, winds peaked around 230 kt (265 mph!). For those flying eastbound in this jet, there will be quite a tail wind. pic.twitter.com/0MXK0HvsCV
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) February 18, 2024
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