Why fear of flying can get worse with age
In brief Coping with increasing anxiety Aviophobia can develop at any time, but some people find fear of flying gets worse with age. There can … Read More
Archives: Fear of flying
Fear of turbulence: facts vs myths
In brief Turbulence explained: what it is, why it happens, and why it’s safe Turbulence can feel frightening, but it’s safe. That’s what aviation experts … Read More
How planes stay in the air
In brief Science of flight Planes weighing hundreds of tonnes can stay in the air because the lift that’s generated by the wings balances the … Read More
What is aviophobia?
In brief Understanding aviophobia (fear of flying) Aviophobia – also known as fear of flying – is a recognised anxiety disorder that affects a significant … Read More
Aerophobia or aviophobia?
In brief Is it aerophobia or aviophobia? If you’ve searched online for information about fear of flying, you may have noticed two different terms: aerophobia … Read More
How flight simulators can help with fear of flying
In brief How flight simulators can help with fear of flying Flight simulators are an increasingly popular way for fearful flyers to understand the mechanisms … Read More
How safe is flying in 2025? A look at the latest aviation safety data
In brief How safe is flying? Statistics show that 2025 was another great year for airline safety, with millions of flights taking off and landing … Read More
The truth about turbulence: separating fear, forecasts and facts
In brief The truth about turbulence The truth about turbulence is that it’s a natural part of flying. It’s weather being weather and planes are … Read More
PIREPs explained: how pilot reports keep your flight safe and smooth
In brief What are PIREPs? A PIREP (short for Pilot Report) is one of the simplest but most powerful tools pilots use to share real-time … Read More
Why do some people develop aviophobia suddenly?
In brief Why fear of flying can develop suddenly Aviophobia, aerophobia, or a fear of flying can appear suddenly, even in people who have flown … Read More
Turbulence levels explained
In brief Understanding turbulence levels Turbulence is classified by the industry into four categories according to its severity. You’ll find descriptions of light turbulence, moderate … Read More
Is it safe to fly after a long break?
In brief Should I fly? Flying is safe, and there’s no medical or safety reason why you shouldn’t get on a plane and enjoy the … Read More