I created Flying Fear (this website) for YOU – the fearful flyer – a year ago with one main goal, to help as many of you overcome your debilitating fear as possible. Whether it’s email support, or the articles on the site, I hope I’ve contributed the best I can. As regular readers will already [...]
How Does Hot Weather Cause Turbulence?
June 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
As the summer is pretty much upon us now, it is a good time to discuss a certain form of turbulence that will be common over the next few months. Often you will experience turbulence just after take-off and/or before landing despite it being a clear sunny day, with no clouds. So, why? What causes [...]
Why Volcanic Ash is Dangerous to Aircraft Engines (Video)
April 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment
This is a 5 minute video featuring a jet engine expert explaining why the volcanic ash that’s currently occupying UK airspace – and effectively closing it – is so dangerous to fly through;
Volcano in Iceland: UK Airspace Closed Until Wednesday?
April 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The major disruption caused by the closure of UK airspace due to the volcano eruption in Iceland could continue until at least Wednesday. Please note this is unofficial as NATS are saying the situation is “dynamic” and “continuously changing”, but weather forecasters predict the ash cloud will continue to enter our airspace for much longer [...]
