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Other air travelers also benefited from this powerful jet stream on Saturday and Sunday with commercial airline speeds reaching over 800 mph. Data from the NWS balloon near 35,000 feet shows upper-level winds peaked at 265 mph. Airplanes can ride this powerful tailwind while traveling east, reducing travel time.