Article by Phoenix writer Ryleigh O’Neill ’28:
Bill Korbel, a weatherman from News 12 Long Island, spoke to the Aviation Club at Kellenberg. There was a turnout of very dedicated future possible meteorologists. Bill Korbel had many inspiring topics to speak on, such as meteorology, predicting weather, and the importance of weather awareness when flying a plane. One thing Mr. Korbel spoke about was safety when flying during thunderstorms, lightning, and snow storms. This may be surprising, but ice has a serious impact on a plane when flying, and it can be extremely dangerous.
Weather, and its effects on people, things, and the world is a very important topic. Lightning can be very hazardous and potentially dangerous for the plane. Not only can storms affect the plane but quite possibly the people on the plane as well.
Mr. Korbel also spoke about weather safety when in a plane. If you are ever in a plane when experiencing turbulence or any bad weather, stay calm because pilots just like Mr. Korbel have trained for these exact moments.
That is why it is very important to strictly avoid any storms when flying.
Bill Korbel is a retired meteorologist from News 12 Long Island. He is also a pilot, and he served in the military. Kellenberg would like to thank the Aviation Club and its moderators for organizing this talk.
