What do you think of a graphic description of the effects of rapid decompression?
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All of the poeple that have pointed out that driving the car to the airport is the most dangerous part of your journey are spot on.
Flying is the most safe way to travel. No question about it. The industry has worked very hard towards safety, and is for the most part self-regulating, as airlines take the whole issue very seriously. We have to.
For those of you are nervous flyers, there are several airlines (BA being one of them) that operate courses on the whole subject. The evtual goal being a flight, usually lasting about 30 mins. they will explain the physics of flying, how a modern jetliner works and also what steps are taken to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft. Apparently feedback has been very good. Don't know how or where you find out about them, or even how much they cost. However, if you are nervous and have to travel often it may be worth making enquiries.
Once you get over that fear I'll bet you'll enjoy the whole experience and can't wait to be starpped in again!
Flying is the most safe way to travel. No question about it. The industry has worked very hard towards safety, and is for the most part self-regulating, as airlines take the whole issue very seriously. We have to.
For those of you are nervous flyers, there are several airlines (BA being one of them) that operate courses on the whole subject. The evtual goal being a flight, usually lasting about 30 mins. they will explain the physics of flying, how a modern jetliner works and also what steps are taken to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft. Apparently feedback has been very good. Don't know how or where you find out about them, or even how much they cost. However, if you are nervous and have to travel often it may be worth making enquiries.
Once you get over that fear I'll bet you'll enjoy the whole experience and can't wait to be starpped in again!
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Yes, I've heard about the fear of flying courses and I actually promised my other half that I would go on one - haven't quite got round to it yet, but they do sound good. Oh well, the real thing tomorrow instead. I shall think of everyone's kind words during the 8 hours to Antigua and hope to be back with you in a couple of weeks winding up Capt Ed, Tartan Gannet et al!
Thanks again for the kind thoughts.
Thanks again for the kind thoughts.
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Thanks to your kind thoughts, I am now back from what were a couple of calm and nearly anxiety-free flights to and from ATL!
Good luck tomorrow, I'd Rather!
A DHing flight deck type mentioned something about "discovery" fights offered at flying school locations. Also, the book I mentioned above did a great deal to calm my fears.
I'll post more details about the flights above . . . the first flight was by far the most unpleasant! Packed in like a sardine and some of *the worst* "unprofessional" pax I have encountered.
At least I was only going to ATL . . . the a/c was continuing on to Sacramento, California! UGH!
The flight back was (an equipment change from what had been originally scheduled) on an almost brand-new 777. I'll post my "technical" question about a flappy-floppy bit on the 777's wing above.
Hooray!
Good luck tomorrow, I'd Rather!
A DHing flight deck type mentioned something about "discovery" fights offered at flying school locations. Also, the book I mentioned above did a great deal to calm my fears.
I'll post more details about the flights above . . . the first flight was by far the most unpleasant! Packed in like a sardine and some of *the worst* "unprofessional" pax I have encountered.
At least I was only going to ATL . . . the a/c was continuing on to Sacramento, California! UGH!The flight back was (an equipment change from what had been originally scheduled) on an almost brand-new 777. I'll post my "technical" question about a flappy-floppy bit on the 777's wing above.
Hooray!
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For those of you who read the story about the Captain sucked out of the window, you may be interested to know that both the Captain and the FO still fly for BA, as does one of the stewards who is still based at Birmingham and still does Malaga charters!
