podcastsinenglish Level 3.128 Fear of flying
Sep 29, 2016
Sue shares her gripping tale of flying from Heathrow to Cape Town, highlighting a tumultuous twelve-hour journey filled with severe turbulence. The distressing moments were eased by the compassionate crew, especially a steward named Mark, who held her hand and provided comfort. Crew members reassured her that turbulence is safe, while a steady stream of support continued throughout the flight. Sue praises the British Airways staff for their kindness, making a daunting experience just a little more bearable.
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Terrifying Overnight Long-Haul Flight
- Sue flew a twelve-hour overnight flight from Heathrow to Cape Town and experienced severe turbulence, especially over Africa.
- She became very scared and says she couldn't move during the bumps.
Kind Steward's Hands-On Reassurance
- A steward named Mark comforted Sue, held her hand, and offered a brandy when she said she was scared.
- He also invited her to sit in the galley and talked with her until turbulence returned and she ran back to her seat.
Turbulence Is Scary But Not Structural
- The steward explained that turbulence is not dangerous to the plane because aircraft are rigorously tested and can handle extreme movement.
- He suggested the seat belt sign is more about passenger safety and avoiding lawsuits than plane safety.