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The Phobic Flyer

By: Andy Clarke - The Phobic Flyer
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  • I had a huge flight phobia (aerophobia/aviophobia) which I became aware of in my 20's. I started learning to fly on the 2nd February 2013 at the age of 48, and it took me to the 19th October 2020 until I finally passed my UK PPL Skill Test, 133 1/2 flying hours later. I am now a qualified Private Pilot and have obtained my Night Rating and now working towards obtaining my UK Instrument Rating (Restricted). I am living proof that it is truly possible to overcome your fear of flying, regardless of how frightened you are.
    © 2022 Andy Clarke
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Episodes
  • Real Pilot Answers S2E4 - Are Flight Simulators Realistic?

    Real Pilot Answers S2E4 - Are Flight Simulators Realistic?
    Jan 21 2023
    Can only the captain fly the plane, what does the co-pilot do, and how many pilots are there onboard anyway? How realistic are the simulators pilots use, can they really teach you to fly safely?
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    13 mins
  • Real Pilot Answers S2E3 - Can You Safely Land on Snow?

    Real Pilot Answers S2E3 - Can You Safely Land on Snow?
    Jan 14 2023
    Would love to take my grandchildren to see Santa in Lapland, but driving on snow scares me. The idea of landing on snow and ice is terrifying. How can that be safe? Can mobile phones, iPads etc. really cause an issue to planes? Does it matter what type of clothes I wear on a plane?
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    12 mins
  • Real Pilot Answers S2E2 - How Do You Land In Fog?

    Real Pilot Answers S2E2 - How Do You Land In Fog?
    Jan 7 2023
    How do pilots land in fog when you can't see out the window? Why do my ears pop and is it dangerous to my health? I would love to travel with my son who has Aspergers syndrome, but I'm really worried how he would cope with the airport and flight. What support, if any, is there for people with disabilities?
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    12 mins
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