The pilots lost contact with air traffic controllers while flying across an area of the Atlantic Ocean known for constant bands of severe turbulence.

当飞机经过大西洋海域上空某处经常出现成片剧烈涡流的区域时，与空中交通控制员失去了联系。

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At either end of the bridge, the MTA plans to construct new ramps one to connect with the HOV lane on the Gowanus Expressway, the other a flyover for buses coming from Staten Island's Father Capodanno Boulevard, so buses can avoid the "turbulence" of crossing multiple traffic lanes at the toll plaza, Mr. Ferrara said.

WSJ: Plan to Aid Staten Island Commuters