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Physically yes, a plane is able to take off in a thunderstorm. It is not recommended and in many countries there are rules and guidelines that dictate when a plane can and can't take off due to weather. There are many variables within a thunderstorm which include unpredictable and strong wind forces that can be difficult for many pilots to handle. Because of this and for the safety of their passesngers and crew planes and flight crews typically delay take-offs until storms have cleared the immediate vicinity of the airport.

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