How to cope with a fear of flying during an uncertain time in aviation

Aviation accidents of recent have left some passengers extremely anxious about the prospect of flying. Here are some tips to help calm your nerves when taking your next flight

Breda Graham who has a fear of flying is pictured in the Simtech Boeing 737-800 Advanced Trainer Simulatorator at the Simtech Aviation facility near Dublin Airport. Photograph Moya Nolan

Boarding card, check; passport, check; text to my parents to let them know I’m about to board the plane; check.

The anxious flyers among you will know exactly what I mean when I say I need to feel prepared and organised ahead of boarding a flight.