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I wrote an article on medical emergencies a few months ago, and stated that on the average flight the aircraft can land within 30 minutes – and therefore in the event of a medical emergency onboard, professional help is never far away. You can read the original article by clicking here[click to continue reading this article…]

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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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As a follow on from my recent comments regarding the US Airways incident in New York a few days ago, I thought it would be a good idea to discuss the implications of bird strikes on commercial aircraft.

I’ve previously mentioned that bird strikes are relatively common. Although I’ve only experienced it once in 3000 flights. During a landing in Rome one or more birds flew into our left engine. The landing continued as normal, and the passengers were not even aware of the event.

As a precaution, engineers [click to continue reading this article…]

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Fear of Flying: What is a ‘Go-Around’?

You may have experienced this in the past, or possibly will do in the future. You are on the final approach to your destination, the landing gear is down, and you are looking forward to getting some fresh air. Suddenly, the landing gear is retracted, and you shoot back up into the sky. A flight [...]

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Fear of Flying: Turbulence

Many nervous flyers will be scared of turbulence. But, truth be told, turbulence is nothing to worry about. In fact, turbulence is a mere annoyance to us flight attendants as it always seems to start when we are trying to drink coffee or fill out paperwork! What is Turbulence?

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Scared of Flying? Overcome Your Fear

Flying opens up a world of opportunities. There is no doubting that a fear of flying can considerably damage your social and business life. All those family holidays abroad become a nightmare (if they happen at all), and business meetings are missed, resulting in you struggling to gain promotion. How can you overcome your fear?

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Fear of Flying: What To Do Before You Get On The Plane

It’s important that you enjoy your flight as much possible, so let’s go through the steps you should take, and the decisions you have to make BEFORE you get on the aircraft. Firstly, of course, you have to make the decision to fly. Facing your fear head on is a commendable decision, and one which [...]

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