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The Cause of Flight TK1951 Crash at Schiphol Airport

The preliminary report into the crash of Flight TK1951 was released two weeks ago, and states that the accident was caused by a faulty radio altimeter that led the autopilot to believe the aircraft was about to touch down.

For this reason, it slowed the aircraft down, and raised the nose in preparation for the landing (referred to as the ‘flare’). This led to the aircraft reaching minimum speed (stalling speed). There are warnings given to the pilots if this happens, including the shaking of the control column. [click to continue reading this article…]

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What About Pilots Getting Sick?

I’ve been asked this question regularly; what happens if the pilots get sick while flying the aircraft?

Firstly, pilots are healthy men and women. To get the job – and keep it – pilots must pass an extensive medical every year. This medical is carried out by a well-qualified doctor, and results are passed on to the company that employs the pilot concerned.

If at any time in his/her career a pilot fails [click to continue reading this article…]

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Fear of Flying in Bad Weather: Snow and Ice

Snow and ice can cause havoc for an airline, and we all have our part to play in ensuring the safety of our passengers in these weather conditions.

With regards to snow, most airports are well prepared, and manage the situation efficiently whilst minimising delays. There are always a few airports that are not ready for a sudden snowstorm though. This usually results [click to continue reading this article…]

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Where To Find Fear of Flying Courses

Image by Getty Images via Daylife As a fear of flying sufferer there is plenty of help available to you. There are many websites out there with help & advice (the best of which is this one obviously !). Some of you, however, may prefer more ‘hands on’ help with your phobia. Whereas I can [...]

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Scared of Flying? Let’s Put Things in Perspective

I’m not going to insult your intelligence by implying that accidents do not happen. We all know they do. But, when I tell you that flying is safe, I do so with confidence. Firstly, I would like to share with you some statistics from the very informative The Flying Book: Everything You’ve Ever Wondered About [...]

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Why Media Obsession With Plane Accidents Causes a Fear of Flying

Love them or hate them, the media will always be around. They will continue to tell you personal details about the ‘celebrity of the week’, and covering all the bad events from around the globe. Good news isn’t news I guess……. What really upsets me though, is the media obsession with any incident involving an [...]

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Why Do We Do the Safety Briefing?

A question on many people’s lips when asking about the fear of flying is ‘why do we do the safety briefing if flying is supposedly so safe?’ The answer is this. The whole airline industry works to a ‘just in case’ rule. Everything that we do as a team all boils down to this one [...]

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Fear of Flying: Terrorism

Another popular fear when it comes to flying, is the threat of terrorism. Of course, terrorists have been around for years, and have used aircraft previously. However, the most notable terrorist attack involving planes was 9/11. The reality of this happening in front of the eyes of millions worldwide has seen a whole new type [...]

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Fear of Flying Courses: Are They Worth The Money?

There seems to be an evergrowing list of fear of flying courses available, but are they really worth the money? That’s a difficult question to answer, and – like anything – could work for some but not for others. Prices vary from course to course, but all claim one thing: You will overcome fear of [...]

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Help For Fear of Flying: Aerodynamics Explained

Many flying fears stem from a lack of understanding of aerodynamics, and how the aircraft stays in the air. In this article I’m going to explain the basics for you, to help you gain more knowledge on the subject and overcome your fear of flying. It’s a common misconception that the aircraft’s engines keep the [...]

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Fear of Flying With Low-Cost Airlines

Many people I have spoken to during my time as a flight attendant have mentioned a fear of flying with low-cost airlines. When I ask them why, the answer is normally always the same; Low-Cost means poor safety (or maintenance). So, I’m here to blow this myth out of the water, and ensure that flying [...]

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