Hi, I’m Lawrie Jones – a writer and journalist specialising in engineering, technology, and healthcare and the founder of Fly Above Fear.
About me
I’m a professional journalist and writer with over 20 years of experience covering engineering, technology, and healthcare.
As the founder of Fly Above Fear, I combine my background in aviation and technology reporting with personal experience in managing flying anxiety to create balanced, evidence-based content.
My goal is to help nervous flyers find confidence through understanding, without relying on sensationalism or unproven cures.
I have a Level 2 qualification in counselling, with a focus on person-centred care.
Professional background
I have over 20 years of experience as a journalist and writer in engineering, technology, and healthcare.
I currently run 42group, a UK-based content agency specialising in science, technology, and engineering. I am also a sessional worker with Alive Activities, providing mental health support to adults with dementia.
I created Fly Above Fear to provide accurate, evidence-based information for those struggling with flight anxiety.
Areas of expertise
I have extensive experience as a journalist, and in content strategy and content creation. I specialise in writing about engineering, technology, and healthcare.
I research and write extensively about aviation safety, flight anxiety, and evidence-based coping strategies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and grounding techniques.
As a journalist and content expert, my work adheres to the highest editorial and quality standards. Content on Fly Above Fear is fact-checked and reviewed where appropriate. You can review our Editorial Policy for more information.
Relevant experience
My experience includes 20+ years of professional journalism and content creation with some of the UK’s leading publications and many of the world’s biggest brands and businesses, including Google, Pfizer, Roche, Deloitte, the NHS and many more.
I have personally dealt with a fear of flying, moving from avoidance to flying with confidence. This has included self-help approaches and professional support, including CBT therapy for fear of flying.
I bridge the gap between technical aviation reliability and the human experience of anxiety, providing a rational, safe, and compassionate approach to flight
Every article is written to the highest professional standards and is informed by the latest research and evidence where appropriate.
Fly Above Fear aims to be an accurate and trustworthy resource. My research relies on aviation authorities (FAA, CAA, ICAO), peer-reviewed psychology research, and recognised anxiety treatments and therapy frameworks.
Journalism and publishing experience
I have spent over 20 years writing for a variety of publications, specialising in engineering, automotive, and space technology.
Some of my professional work includes:
- Automotive, engineering and technology expert for publications including Engineering Magazine, Energy Engineering, Future Propulsion, CENEX, Engineering & Technology, and several other industry magazines.
- Working as a freelance journalist for Digital Health, writing news, blogs, and social copy for campaigns including Digital Health Rewired, delivering instant SEO impact and long-term sustainable success.
- Freelance articles have been featured in: Spectator, The Sun, Living Science, Pulse, Practice Business, Commissioning Review, Commissioning Monthly, Commissioning Success, Nursing in Practice, Gulf News, and Business Insider.
Why did I create Fly Above Fear?
I founded Fly Above Fear to provide a free, independent, and evidence-based resource for anxious flyers.
My focus is on replacing misinformation with facts and practical tools that can help anxious flyers to manage anxiety and increase confidence.
The website provides free, impartial and expert information, advice, guidance and support for people who are afraid of flying.
Alongside in-depth, high-quality articles the site features expert insights from qualified therapists, counsellors and other professionals.
Editorial and research approach
My content uses the highest quality resources. I focus on including evidence-based information, referencing official aviation data, airline manufacturer statistics, and peer-reviewed psychological research.
Where necessary, I distinguish clearly between verified data, expert consensus, and personal experience.
Professional limitations
While I research and write about anxiety and coping strategies, I am not a medical professional.
Fly Above Fear is designed to be educational and should be used for informational purposes only.
We’re clear that it’s not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
External professional profiles
You can view my professional background on my LinkedIn profile.
I’m available to answer media questions on aviation, fear of flying and travel-related anxiety. You can message me directly at hello@flyabovefear.com or connect through my Qwoted profile.
Authorship
The majority of content on Fly Above Fear is written or reviewed by me, Lawrie Jones.
Contact and professional information
Please contact me at hello@flyabovefear.com. You can also use the contact form on Fly Above Fear.
Last updated
September 2026
