Is it normal that i'm terrified if flying?

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I've always been a little scared to fly, but since 9/11 I'm completely terrified. I have dreams about being in a crash or watching a plane crash. I know that the odds are on my side, and I really want to travel but the thought flying is so horrific that I immediately picture the worse happening. I think it's mainly because you have absolutely no control over the situation and if anything goes wrong your thousands of feet in the air. I was able to ward away this fear several years ago in order to go on a trip. I just hope I can do so again next time I plan a trip.

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  • limp.left.nut
    9 years ago

    I used to be horrified of planes; i used to have breathing issues at the thought...but i started to watch "air crash investigations" ...and believe it or not, it actually helps me, it taught me how safe planes really are generally reassures you on everything...but don't watch it if you think it will make things worse :)

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  • kyanviado
    12 years ago

    I am shut scared of going on a plane, my partner literally needs to drag me on

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  • [Old Memory]
    13 years ago

    For me it's not a fear of the plane crashing but knowing I can't get out if I need to

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  • aussiewolf
    13 years ago

    yeah its pretty common to be afraid of flying. maybe plan a trip where you are only on a plane for a few hours and work your way up from that. if you only want to travel a short distance, drive or bus it. there are always other means of transportation besides flying.

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  • lol_bamf
    13 years ago

    Go with another person, take some Dramamine, pass out and wake up when the plane lands.

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  • jrphotographer
    13 years ago

    Noooooo no

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