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Blocked Ears on a Plane: A Pilot Explains What Is Happening

Airplane ear blockage is common, usually harmless, but often uncomfortable. Learn the cause, how to quickly clear it, and prevention tips for your next flight.

Is Turbulence Worse in Fall and Winter? A Pilot Explains the Jet Stream

Overcoming fear of flying: do you know about heart coherence and sophrology?

Overcome fear of flying with cardiac coherence and sophrology: simple breathing and relaxation exercises to reduce anxiety before and during your flight.

Medication for fear of flying: what it does and what it doesn't

Medication for fear of flying seems simple, but has real drawbacks. Learn what anxiolytics do, why they can backfire, and the alternatives for lasting relief.

Overcoming fear of flying with homeopathy: a natural approach!

Homeopathy is one option some people explore to manage anxiety before a flight. Here's what it involves, which remedies are most commonly used

Should You Tell the Flight Crew You Are Afraid of Flying?

Turbulence on a plane: different categories and consequences

Turbulence varies: Light chop, moderate, and severe categories each have distinct consequences for passengers and the aircraft.

Why Did the Plane Come In Sideways? A Pilot Explains Crosswind Landings

Every airplane noise explained, by a pilot

Why Did the Plane Climb Away Instead of Landing? A Pilot Explains the Go-Around

Can Pilots Land in Fog? A Pilot Explains Low-Visibility Landings

Why Do Airplane Wings Bend So Much? A Pilot Explains