Originally Posted by QKO
I used to have a dread fear of flying, back in my 20's. And I had to fly for work.
My solution was to take flying lessons and get a private pilot license. That's long lapsed because of the expense, but it got me over the fear.
Basically you just have to go and take a couple trips to get over it, I think.
The worst part about flying nowadays is getting from the car to the airplane, with all the stupid rules, hassle, personal intrusions, etc they have at the airport.
Airlines used to offer classes for people who feared flying. I imagine those went away with budget constraints though. Might want to check around in your area to see if anyone offers them.
I agree, it is a hassel to get thru security etc, but so glad they have it...first time I flew in the last few years I wasn't prepared for standing barefoot with all the other people...ugh, coming back I wore socks then it was ok.....but I love to travel and if I can drift off or do a craft or read while traveling so much the better and have someone get me there along with a can of pop, I am for it. but I also love to drive and travel...but my folks live almost 2000 miles from us and it use to use up so much of our vacation time driving to and from....