A fear of flying, also commonly known as aerophobia, is widely considered as an irrational fear. It is one of the most widespread fears that people usually have. The symptoms of aerophobia are similar to those of any specific phobia. Physical symptoms of the fear of flying may include anxiety, trembling, feeling of dread, sweating, heart palpitations, panic attacks, vomiting, and feelings of terror. You may become flushed, disoriented, and unable to think clearly. People with a fear of flying may feel upset and irritable, and even lash out at friends, relatives, or airline personnel. Some people with a fear of flying may feel comfortable at the airport, but begin to experience symptoms just before boarding the plane. Many people have difficulty overcoming this condition, often taking drastic measures in their attempts to cope with it. I want to talk about how it is possible to overcome this fear.
First of all, many people suffer from aerophobia mainly because of common misconceptions about flying. One of the reasons of such misconceptions is a lack of knowledge of the physics behind airplanes. Maybe learning more about an airplane’s security, pilot training, and safety measures can help to eliminate some of the fears that aggravatethe fear of flying.
Another thing that people who have this fear should remember is that most fears come from negative thoughts, such as “What if we travel through a storm?” “Why does the plane seem to shake too much?” People should avoid bad thoughts and think in a positive way. For some people it is reasonable to find a flight simulation class. There are companies throughout the country that offer flight simulation so that people can familiarize themselves with the sounds and feelings of what it is like to travel in an airplane. Many of these facilities specialize in helping people to deal with their fear of flying.
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