I just don’t understand how anyone can be afraid to fly. It’s well-established that flying is statistically safer than driving.
Annoyed by flying, I can understand. That happens to me, even though I love flying (yes, I act like a golden retriever hopping into a pickup whenever it’s time to fly).
Even if I don’t understand frightened fliers, I do sympathize. If you’re one of those who shudders at the thought of flying, here’s one possible remedy that I’ve never considered before: a Fearless Flight seminar, which is part of Captain Ron’s “Cleared 4 Takeoff” program. There are free upcoming sessions at Phoenix Sky Harbor airport, and they aim high to alleviate the anxiety and stress of people who don’t dig the wild blue yonder. Captain Ron (who really should change his name with a namesake like this movie)says his the program has worked for thousands. Since the seminar is free and only requires advanced registration, you have nothing to lose.
Does it work? I honestly don’t know since I love flying. But if you hate it and it makes you cringe and whinge, maybe this can help you at least tolerate the experience, if not relish it.
The Cap’n also offers one-on-one coaching, an online seminar (for those of you really far from an airport) and other options to return your fear to its upright and locked position. In the meantime, don’t pay attention to the smart aleck who says “Hey, is it just me or is the wing on fire?”
