The Fear of Flying

Flying can invoke a significant amount of fear, particularly due to the numerous plane and helicopter crashes reported in recent years. Travelers often find themselves bracing for the worst, contemplating scenarios of disaster even before takeoff. During in-flight safety demonstrations, passengers might feel overwhelmed by information like using oxygen masks, often doubting the efficacy of such instructions in a real emergency scenario. The conversation highlights how these fears are common, with some imagining panic-induced reactions to an actual emergency instead of trusting the safety protocols in place.