Why anxious flyers fixate on small sensations
In brief Why fearful flyers are ultra-sensitive in the air People afraid of flying find their nervous systems are working over time in an attempt … Read More
Archives: Fear of flying
How often do planes crash?
In brief TLDR: Plane crashes are *incredibly* rare Plane crashes involving commercial passenger aircraft are exceptionally rare. In 2024, for example, the accident rate was … Read More
Aeroplane noises explained: what every sound means (and why none are dangerous)
Flying is full of new sounds, sensations and movements that an anxious brain can interpret as being dangerous – especially if you’re searching for signs … Read More
Why plane crashes cause anxiety – and how you can cope
In brief Why plane crashes affect us emotionally Plane crashes stick in our minds, making us think that they’re more likely to happen than airline … Read More
Why planes bank and turn after takeoff
Understanding banked turns Planes bank immediately after takeoff because they’re following pre-defined routes, decided by air traffic control. The course is part of an airport’s … Read More
Exposure therapy for fear of flying: how it works
When facing a fear can help you conquer it Exposure therapy can be an effective psychological treatment for fear of flying. It works by providing … Read More
Fear of flying video series
We’ve created a video series sharing insights into the causes of fear of flying and specific anxiety triggers like turbulence. The videos are based on … Read More
World’s most turbulent flight routes – explained
In brief Are some flight routes more turbulent than others? Yes, some flight routes are more turbulent than others. Flights that pass over high mountains … Read More
What happens if a plane loses cabin pressure?
In brief Pressure-loss is planned for A loss of cabin pressure is something that pilots will be alerted too and have procedures in place to … Read More
Why pilots avoid storms (and what happens if they don’t)
In brief Storms can be dangerous to planes, passengers… and pilots Pilots avoid thunderstorms because they are powerful phenomena that could be dangerous to planes. … Read More
Can AI apps help with fear of flying?
Should we trust AI with our anxieties? AI holds huge potential and we’re seeing rapid advancements in the quality of answers and interactions, but the … Read More
Afraid of flying? What to do when fear takes over
In brief There is help if you’re afraid of flying… If you’re afraid of flying, you’re not alone. An estimated 40% of us have some … Read More
