Chop

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AVN-000211",
  "term": "Chop",
  "field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
  "definition": "A form of turbulence.\n\na. Light Chop - Turbulence that causes slight, rapid and somewhat rhythmic bumpiness without appreciable changes in altitude or attitude.\n\nb. Moderate Chop - Turbulence similar to Light Chop but of greater intensity. It causes rapid bumps or jolts without appreciable changes in aircraft altitude or attitude.",
  "see_also": [
    "Turbulence"
  ],
  "references": [
    "FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/chop/"
}