What is the jet stream?

We often talk about the jet stream at FOX Weather and how it can impact our everyday lives in regard to the weather where we live as well as how it can impact travel - for better or for worse.
Strong winds within the jet stream are helping to get commercial flights from the U.S. to Europe much faster than anticipated. (Video from November 1, 2023)

Jet stream - Wikipedia

Jet stream facts and information

Jet Stream - What It Is and How It Works

Jet stream winds will accelerate with warming climate

NASA SVS European Jet Stream

What is the jet stream?

New computer model explains faltering jet stream

Jet Stream, Wind Maps

Jet Streams and Mid-latitude Systems

What are jet streams and how do they influence the weather we experience?

Jet Streams and Mid-latitude Systems