As a travel writer, a fear of flying is far from ideal. Raw, sweaty fear is wrapped in distraction and bizarre ritual. I have said the Lord’s prayer every time the plane hoicks itself off the tarmac ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Fear of flying is more common than you might think. Many people find themselves gripping their armrests, feeling jittery, or even ...

The most formidable barrier a person faces when trying to overcome fear of flying is the belief that nothing will work. How does this belief develop? Most profession advice offered to anxious fliers ...

For millions of people, air travel is a routine part of life. But for others, the thought of stepping onto a plane sparks intense anxiety or even panic. Known as aerophobia — or more simply, fear of ...

Aviophobia affects 6.5 percent of the population. "Aviophobia, a fear of flying, affects 6.5 percent of the population, according to the National Institute of Mental Health." Getty Images Oct. 7, 2013 ...

After canceling trips because of her fear of flying, Alison P. Davis decided to confront her anxiety and take a course that promised to help her. New York Magazine writer Allison P. Davis has always ...

A recent survey commissioned by British Airways in the UAE shows that just over one in four residents have a fear of flying. The survey also highlights that of those nervous flyers, 42 per cent feel ...

Although flying is remarkably safe, it may not feel safe. For many people, feelings don't match up with how safe flying is. What causes the mismatch? Fearful fliers have a tendency to believe what is ...