Has a Wing Ever Come off a Plane?

From a practical point, no, a modern airliner will not lose a wing due to turbulence. Modern airlines are very tough and designed to withstand extreme turbulence. In theory, it might be possible. But to my knowledge, it has not happened to any jet airliner.

What happens if a plane loses a wing?

If one of the wings is missing, the balance would be disturbed. It would leave a huge weight in the middle of the place and lift on just one side. This would shift the center of gravity of the plane and cause it to topple. There have been rare instances where pilots have managed to land one-winged aircraft.

Can the wings of an aircraft break off?

It's virtually impossible for airplane wings to snap off during your flight — here's why. Turbulence can be a scary experience for a flyer, but you should remember that it's extremely unlikely that the plane's wings will come off.