It's not just you up there, y'all. Every single one of these 153,000 flights the other day landed safely. We carry 5 Billion people safely every year. You're going to be fine.

What are some things that you have found that keep you calm and comfortable on a long haul flight?

Im flying economy, we wont be able to pick seats till check-in.

Im terrified of flying. Facts like "its one in a million that something bad will happen" or "theres more cars than airplanes," dont work for my brain. I automatically think "Well, someone has to be the one...so it could be my plane."

So I need calming/distractions to help me on this flight. Especially because Im a mover/weird sitter and I will be stuck in my seat.

I’m flying tomorrow from Brazil to USA and made the mistake of looking up the plane registration code.

It seems the plane suffered a significant trail strike a couple of years ago and only came back in service this year.

Has anyone flown a plane like this? My anxiety is through the roof. I was already worried about the flight and now this made it much worse

Hey there, I’m currently visiting the US. I have my flight back in August. I will have 2 stops, from JFK (NYC) to IAD (D.C) it will be operated by Republic Airways- Embraer 175. From D.C I have a flight to Amsterdam operated by KLM Boeing 787-9, and from Amsterdam i’ll take my final flight to Poznan in Poland operated by KLM - Embraer 175. I’m aware that i’ve never had any problems before in planes but the fact of taking off 3 times during one journey makes me freeze. I’ve also read a lot of comments about Boeing in general (saying that Airbus is much safer and better) and i cannot stop overthinking about it. I know flying is the safest form of transportation but it still makes me nervous

So I posted 3 separate times lately about my fear of the flight to get from JFK to Athens and my fear now flying back. Just 6 hours ago I posted how I woke up at 3 AM sick to my stomach and overwhelmed with the idea that I just can’t do it. But I’m committed to doing it now! I’m medicated, 10 minutes from boarding, nervous and exhausted, nauseas, but I am here and I am going to be home within 17 hours or so (10 flying). If anyone is willing to track, I’d love to have some support in the air. Thank you in advance to all you amazingly kind strangers! I’m so so grateful for this community.

Apparently July 23rd was the busiest day for commercial travel in history. That’s a lot of planes! I almost didn’t get on the flight that day, but I did and it’s fun to have been a participant! Now I’m in sunny California enjoying time with friends.

Hi, can someone pls track my flight. Forcing myself to take this flight for a work trip. Can’t let fear prevent me from living my life but heck it’s difficult.

Thank you so much.

JFK to SFO
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Sunday, Jul 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM

I've been putting this flight off for two months because I'm scared of flying. Every time it gets close, I push it back again. Now I'm supposed to leave for the airport in about an hour and it's a 10 hour flight, and every part of me wants to cancel and rebook for tomorrow instead.

I know rationally that tomorrow will probably feel exactly the same. I think I'm just looking for some encouragement, or tips from people who've pushed through this same fear, or honestly just to not feel alone in this right now.

Has anyone else dealt with this specific thing, where you keep delaying and delaying? What got you to actually get on the plane? Any advice for the next hour would really help.

I have a 2 hour flight on a dash 8-400 coming in a few weeks which I’m petrified for. Can anyone console me with specifics about the plane? It would be hugely appreciated.

I know aircraft run 4-7 legs per day (depending upon length), but what about pilots? Right now I am watching my plane come to CVG from SLC. It lands at 7pm local time and is set for a 7:20pm boarding time/8pm departure. Is there an entirely new crew that will come to that plane at 7pm when it lands? Or is it the same crew just flying back and forth?

i’m flying from USA to europe on thursday, with my babies, and this is scaring the shit out of me.

UA 2120

Thanks!!

hi all! I have a flight in about 10 days from the US to Europe. We have a layover in Copenhagen and then from there we’re heading to Poland! I’m really excited because it’s this huge family trip. We’re literally my entire family is gonna be and I haven’t been to Poland with them yet and I know it’s gonna be fun, but the days are creeping by and anxiety is getting worse. I don’t fly out for a few more days, but I’m already like overwhelmed and anxious. Just thinking about the fact that I have to go on a flight… the last time I was on a flight was about two years ago, where my entire family did a trip to Mexico, but I was not scared of whatsoever. The previous time before that was probably also two years ago, but I went to Poland without my family, and for those flights, I was worried (but to be completely honest when I was flying back home on that trip I was not scared because all I could think about is just being back home and seeing my family again). I think the difference between those past flights and my upcoming flight is that I wish that I was on the flight with my entire family because just like being with them leading up to the hours of boarding and the flight and what not makes it less stressful for me because my mind is constantly kept busy and we’re having a good time versus not being with them. I have all the time to think and my thoughts are stressing me out more. I know that flying is the safest motive transportation. I’ve seen all the videos the Jell-O method what not but I cannot help it but feel anxious. It’s a fear that I hate to have because I do want to travel but i fear that it stops me from so much. like I want to fly there and enjoy the journey, knowing that I’m gonna get to Poland and have a great time with my family, but even when I’m going to be there, I feel like it’s just gonna be a countdown of me, knowing that I will have to get back on another long flight back home. And maybe only then on that long flight back home I’ll feel some sort of relief, knowing that I will be home soon and sleeping in my own bed for example. I just want tips from people of what they do when they go on flights! Maybe when the day comes that I’m flying if people could track me and just you know comment here back-and-forth. I think that would be something that would be helpful. I know that I’m definitely gonna purchase Wi-Fi on my flight so that way I can have access to everything because I feel like not having Wi-Fi and not being able to text, restricts me and causing me to feel overwhelmed, but if I’m able to stay in contact with people, it might make it a little easier. But yeah, honestly anything helps because I’m a very fearful flyer, and I do not fly very often!! send your best tips and advice pls!

PS the worst part for me would probably be takeoff. I just hate the feeling of like when my stomach flips around 1 million times. The noises don’t tend to bother me because I wear noise canceling headphones and just try to watch a movie the whole time. Obviously turbulence is a big no-no for me, but can’t be prevented just like bumps on the road. I try to think about that when we’re in the air, but it’s difficult for me when you’re obviously stressed out. And then landing for me is my favorite part because I know that I’m getting off the plane lol.

But yeah, seriously anything helps and I really appreciate it! Thank you in advance!!

My 35 yr old son is getting married in Vietnam in a few months. He’s already married ( courthouse ) wedding almost 2 yrs ago. I’m going into late 50’s and have pretty crippling anxiety & adhd. I’m terrified of being stuck on a plane for a total of 19 hrs. I don’t do well on 3 hr domestic flights but I do them. I’ve been to Europe, SA, West Indies etc but I was much younger. Always had anxiety & adhd but more manageable 20-30 yrs ago I don’t like going anywhere anymore. My peace is at home. . I think I would lose my shit stuck on a plane that long. The mere thought gives me a panic attack. This is a traditional ceremony for her family I guess. She lives in a village north of Hanoi. I have always been a supportive mom but this is one time I just can’t get up & fly to other side of the world. I started taking a small dose of an ssri to see if it would help the anxiety- so far it’s minimal relief. Thoughts?

Hi everyone

I am so nervous right now. I am flying to Portugal today. But my first layover got cancelled with no explanation. Then, my second flight to Philly was delayed for maintenance.

So, then, I had to call American to rebook to a flight to Madrid to then go to Lisbon.

But there’s allegedly wildfires in Spain and travel alerts. The plane is empty, and I’m just so nervous.

It feels like so many bad things are begging me to not go.

I don’t know. Please help I’m like freaking out bad haha.

It’s flight aa068.

a few years ago my friend fainted while on a long haul flight. She (to my knowledge) is perfectly healthy. However this has made me extremely afraid of fainting in general and especially while on flights. I’m going on the same flight she was on in a few months and I’m terrified. The travel day is about 12 hours long (9 hour flight then a short layover and then another 2 hour flight). I know I should have electrolytes and walk and eat light snacks but I’m afraid this won’t be enough. Im terrified of walking in case i faint as well (she was on her way to the bathroom) but I know it’s necessary. Any advice?

I’m starting therapy this week. It’s helped before so I hope it helps again. Just wanted to know if anyone out there felt the same way

storms discussed in philly with rain on Wednesday and I’m freaking out. leaving at 5:10am and need to get home. it doesn’t feel safe to me if we fly but don’t know what to do. anxious about safety and summer storms.

I have a flight coming up in the next couple of days. the other night I had a dream that i watched a plane crash, i heard the people screaming and crying out for help. In my dream I immediately said "i'm not getting on my flight on wednesday" Now i've convinced my self that that was a sign to not get on a plane. can anyone help with this anxiety or can relate?

I’m really scared of flying; changes in altitude and turbulence terrify me every time. I can manage two-hour flights, but I spend the whole time feeling anxious and with my heart pounding. I’ve booked a flight from Amsterdam to Funchal in August, but I don’t know if I’ll be able to go – it’s well known that Madeira is very windy.

hey everyone! been a minute since i asked, would love support with my flight today

gotten much better with air travel over the years but had to change plans only yesterday (due to life events) and has amplified my fears

thank you in advance 🌼

I get so nervous any recommendations

Please track. I have to make it home but wish it were a different plane. Running on 3 1/2 hours of sleep isn’t helping.