Aviation
Can a plane be struck by lightning?
An airplane struck by lightning? Is it really possible, and what are the real risks for your flight?
Nicolas Coccolo
Blog
Tips, methods and stories to better understand fear of flying and learn to travel with peace of mind.
Anxiety
Fear of flying course: the solution to travel peacefully!
A fear of flying course gives you the tools to understand and overcome flight anxiety — not just manage it.
Nicolas Coccolo
Aviation
What is the cruising altitude of a commercial airplane?
Why do planes fly at 35,000 feet? What happens to the air at that altitude — and why does it matter for passengers? Here's everything you need to know
Nicolas Coccolo
Travel tips
Flying with an ear problem: tips and precautions!
Flight-related ear pain, pressure, or congestion is common. Learn what causes ear issues in the air, who's susceptible, and how to protect your ears
Nicolas Coccolo
Wellbeing
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
Nicolas Coccolo
Aviation
What is the speed of a commercial airplane?
How fast does a commercial airplane actually fly? From takeoff to cruising altitude, here are the real numbers
Nicolas Coccolo
Aviation
Why do planes take off and land into the wind?
Planes always take off and land into the wind due to physics; this explains a lot about aircraft behavior during these critical phases.
Nicolas Coccolo
Anxiety
Statistics: who is afraid of flying?
How many people are afraid of flying? Who is most affected? What does the data actually show about the prevalence and profile of flight anxiety?
Matthieu Gagnot
Anxiety
Psychology: where does the fear of flying come from?
Fear of flying rarely comes from a single bad experience. Its roots are psychological — and understanding them is the first step to overcoming it.
Matthieu Gagnot
Aviation
What is the glide ratio of a plane?
A plane losing all engine power doesn't just drop. Its glide ratio gives pilots more time and options than passengers often realize.
Nicolas Coccolo
Aviation
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.
Sandrine Pollien
Anxiety
Fight your fear of flying thanks to advances in aeronautical technology
Modern aircraft are safer, more reliable, and more advanced than ever. This transformation in aeronautical technology should reassure commercial flyers.
Sandrine Pollien