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
Archives: Fear of flying
PIREPs explained: how pilot reports keep your flight safe and smooth
In brief What are PIREPs? A PIREP (short for Pilot Report) are real-time updates provided by pilots about what they’re experiencing in the air, including … Read More
Why do some people suddenly develop aviophobia?
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. the scale includes light turbulence, moderate turbulence, … 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
What happens if a plane engine stops?
In brief Will my plane crash if the engine fails? The engines stopping or stalling mid-cruise is one of the most common fears anxious flyers … Read More
What happens if there’s a medical emergency on board?
In brief What happens if someone becomes ill during a flight? Medical emergencies happen on one in every 600 flights, says the CDC. Airlines are … Read More