Virgin Atlantic airlines developed the fear of flying course entitled, "Flying Without Fear" with Mental Workout, a mobile application company. The unique advantage to this application is that any person who is afraid of flying can carry the course easily in the palm of his hand whilst on board an airplane.
However, many with the fear of flying phobia are unable to even step foot in an airport. This application may help cure fear of flying.
Why Are Some People Afraid to Fly?
Fear of flying is one of the most common phobias. It is a specific phobia that is part of a spectrum of anxiety disorders. Many people who are afraid to fly are also afraid of heights, crowds, germs, and are claustrophobic. They may also experience fear of losing control or not being in command of a situation. This may explain why these same individuals are not afraid to drive, even though cars are more dangerous.
There are also many medical conditions that can cause a healthy dose of fear when flying, including inner ear issues that result in dizziness and nausea (travel sickness), sinus trouble and sensitivity to pressure changes, and thrombosis (worsens when stationary for long periods).
Fear of Flying Course to Have in Hand
Virgin Atlantic claims in a November 2, 2009 Flying Without Fear iPhone App press release that its fear of flying course has a 98% success rate. In the release, even Whoopie Goldberg is stating that the handheld software helped with her fear of flying. Here are the contents of the iPhone fear of flying course:
- An introduction by Sir Richard Branson, one of the richest and most successful entrepreneurs and founder of Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Records, and other Virgin brands
- A complete course on the principles of airplane flight
- A FAQ list about air flight
- Relaxation and fear of flying therapy techniques
- A fear attack button that will provide quick tips and breathing exercises
- A personalized area for fear rating progress, and future flight itineraries
- An offer of 2000 flyer points and a chance to join the Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
Where to Get "Flying Without Fear" Mobile App
The Virgin Atlantic iPhone fear of flying course is also available for the iPod Touch, and retails for $4.99 at the App Store. It can also be purchased online at the Mental Workout website.
Fear of flying is a complicated and common human phobia. Some avoid air travel altogether, while others suffer through it. Many fear of flying courses are available in computers and books. Psychiatrists offer fear of flying therapy. But now, people who are afraid to fly can handhold a possible cure with the "Flying Without Fear" application by Virgin Atlantic. This course may help people overcome flying fears by providing a much-needed distraction while flying.
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