British Airways Launches ‘Flights To Nowhere’ From UK Airport; Here’s Why 50,000 People Are Onboard

In a recent development, Londoners have been invited to take a ‘flight to nowhere’ from Heathrow and Gatwick Airport to say goodbye to their fear of flying. This unique 45-minute course, designed by the pilots and cabin crew of British Airways, offers special training to passengers who often face anxiety before flying.

Flights To Nowhere Course By British Airways

As reported by The Standard, more than 50,000 passengers have booked British Airways’ ‘Flying With Confidence’ course since 1986. The pilots and the cabin crew have expertly designed this course to help people overcome their fear of flying. They will hold this £399 course on 28 June, which promises a 98% success rate in helping scared and anxious flyers. 

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As per The Standard, programme director Captain Steve Allright talked about this course, and it was shared that passengers often shed tears of emotion after finishing this 45-minute course. Some of the passengers even mentioned that they felt like new people and they could now travel easily to visit their families who live in different countries. These remarks by the passengers have seriously made them consider and ask themselves whether this course is worth it or not. 

A 45-Minute Flying Course By British Airways

As part of the course, British Airways pilots give a detailed presentation on aircraft operations, turbulence and flight safety. A psychologist is also present to speak with participants. They help soon-to-be flyers manage panic and anxiety, and stay with them throughout the whole training and the flight. After which, they are taken to a 45-minute flight from the airport and are returned to the same airport. Passengers on board are accompanied by a full team of pilots, cabin crew and psychologists.

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British Airways has surely found a thoughtful and unique solution for nervous travellers. Many of us also fear flights, but would we pay this much just to overcome it? Let us know what you think about this course. 

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