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What event caused the narrator to confront their fear of flying?
What event caused the narrator to confront their fear of flying?
- A long delay before takeoff
- An engine failure mid-flight
- A near collision with another aircraft
- Severe turbulence over the Pacific (correct)
How did the elderly Japanese woman help the narrator during the flight?
How did the elderly Japanese woman help the narrator during the flight?
- She spoke calming words in English.
- She held the narrator's hand firmly.
- She offered her own medication for anxiety.
- She shared pictures of her grandchildren. (correct)
What realization did the narrator have after the flight to Tokyo?
What realization did the narrator have after the flight to Tokyo?
- There are no real dangers associated with flying.
- Human connection can alleviate fear in difficult times. (correct)
- Fear can be overcome through distraction.
- Flying is less stressful when traveling alone.
What emotion did the narrator feel upon landing in Reykjavik after the engine failure?
What emotion did the narrator feel upon landing in Reykjavik after the engine failure?
What was the initial reaction of the passengers when the engine failed?
What was the initial reaction of the passengers when the engine failed?
What did the pilot do to communicate with the passengers during the crisis?
What did the pilot do to communicate with the passengers during the crisis?
What lesson did the narrator learn from their flight experiences?
What lesson did the narrator learn from their flight experiences?
What strategy did the narrator adopt after their flying experiences?
What strategy did the narrator adopt after their flying experiences?
What superstition does the narrator follow when flying?
What superstition does the narrator follow when flying?
What incident occurred during the narrator's flight to Barcelona?
What incident occurred during the narrator's flight to Barcelona?
What was the cause of the emergency landing during the Miami to Havana flight?
What was the cause of the emergency landing during the Miami to Havana flight?
How did the narrator react to the turbulence during the flight to Barcelona?
How did the narrator react to the turbulence during the flight to Barcelona?
How did passengers react when smoke appeared in the cabin?
How did passengers react when smoke appeared in the cabin?
What did the narrator realize about the importance of safety briefings after the emergency landing?
What did the narrator realize about the importance of safety briefings after the emergency landing?
What did the narrator notice about the seating arrangement on the flight to Barcelona?
What did the narrator notice about the seating arrangement on the flight to Barcelona?
How did the narrator feel upon landing safely in Barcelona?
How did the narrator feel upon landing safely in Barcelona?
Flashcards
Fear of flying
Fear of flying
An intense and persistent anxiety or dread associated with flying.
Turbulence
Turbulence
Unexpected and often sudden changes in air pressure and speed, causing the plane to shake or rise and dip.
Engine failure
Engine failure
Sudden cessation of operation of an aircraft engine, often during the flight.
Panic spread
Panic spread
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Diversion to Iceland
Diversion to Iceland
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Human Connection
Human Connection
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Aviation safety
Aviation safety
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Aviation crew in crisis
Aviation crew in crisis
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Superstitions in air travel
Superstitions in air travel
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Turbulence impact
Turbulence impact
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Emergency landing
Emergency landing
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Smoke in cabin
Smoke in cabin
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Pilot's role in emergency
Pilot's role in emergency
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Oxygen mask function
Oxygen mask function
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Safety briefings importance
Safety briefings importance
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Lessons learned from aviation incident
Lessons learned from aviation incident
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Study Notes
Fear of Flying
- Fear of flying intensified during a turbulent flight to Tokyo
- Elderly Japanese woman helped by distracting from fear with pictures of grandchildren
- Experience highlighted power of human connection over fear
- Now has a strategy to cope: finding a friendly face
- Acknowledges nervousness still present but now with coping mechanism
Aviation Incident
- Routine flight from New York to London, engine failure mid-flight
- Panic spread quickly through cabin, but calm guidance from attendants and pilot
- Emergency diversion to Iceland
- Landing in Reykjavik highlighted relief, gratitude, and appreciation for life
- Experience highlighted fragility of life and importance of living each day to fullest, respect for airline crew
Aviation Superstitions
- Author is superstitious about flying and has pre-flight routine (touching plane, carrying lucky charm)
- Luck charm supposedly helped avoid turbulence
- Row numbers were considered lucky
Modern Aviation Concerns
- Strange smell and smoke filled Miami to Havana flight cabin
- Immediate panic ensued, emergency landing
- Experience highlighted importance of paying attention to safety instructions
- Close call experience brought appreciation for safety and calm procedures
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Description
Explore the complex emotions surrounding fear of flying, highlighted by personal stories of turbulence and human connection. Learn about superstitions that pilots and passengers often embrace to cope with anxiety in the air. This quiz delves into real experiences and the psychology behind our fears in aviation.
