Before departure there are numerous pre-flight checks and procedures that take place. Of course, you never see them take place as you are getting comfortable in your seat.
As someone with a fear of flying, it would be helpful for you to see some of what goes on before the aircraft takes-off. Here is a video for you, showing just a handful of the pre-flight checks and the take-off from behind that closed door!
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