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The SOAR Library -- Open And Free



Articles for you on aviation and flight anxiety are at www.fearofflying.com/wordpress/

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The Media Is Picking Up On Runway Incursions



I don't know if our efforts had anything to do with it or not, but the media is beginning to pay attention to things the FAA needs to address. You can read a New York Times article on runway incursions at this link. 



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FAA Failure To Address Crew Fatigue



See article - and reader responses - at this link.



Pilots for Go Airline who, apparently due to extreme fatigue, fell asleep on a fifty-minute flight, were fired by the airline. Will it work for the airline to blame the pilots rather than clean up its act? And what about the FAA? The FAA takes the position that fatigue isn't their problem.



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Being Safe In Non-flying Situations



Why focus just on flying? Check the pressure in your tires. How is the battery in your smoke alarm? Do you have a fire extinguisher in your home? We often ignore these basics even while becoming obsessed about the incredibly small risk when flying.



Recently in Reno, there was an earthquake. Do you know how to react during an earthquake? A friend sent an online quiz about what to do in an earthquake. I thought I knew, but scored only 50% on the quiz. Give it a try at this link.



There is quiz on how to deal with a tornado at this link.



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Changing How Flying Feels - Three Emails



Hi Captain Tom,

 

I just wanted to thank you for all the help your program has given me. I tried a number of things to remedy my fears (therapy, sedatives, etc.) over the years, but still found myself almost paralyzed with fear before a flight. Since trying your program I've been on two trips and a total of 14 flights and the difference has been night and day. My wife even commented on how relaxed I've been before and during our recent flights. We travel several times per year, so I was literally spending most of my life dreading my next trip. I can't tell you how nice it is not to feel that way anymore.

 

Also, I really enjoy the newsletters. With so much airline industry news lately it's nice to hear an informed opinion.



Dear Capt Tom,

 

Almost 3 years ago I used your program to start flying again. Prior to that, I had NOT flown in 9 years. So in 2005 I flew with my family to Disney and it was a success.  I was so proud of myself. It was so liberating!

 

I just got back today from another Disney trip. The past few months I started going over the SOAR Program and  had my doubts about if I could do this again.



I'm flying quite frequently now.  Changing airplanes, strange airports, etc.  It's become routine now.  I've learned so much, but one important point is, the more you fly the better you get at it; the more routine and normal everything becomes.  I used to think it was one step short of a miracle that I arrived safely at my destination, now it's expected.



Dear Capt. Tom,

 

When I first "graduated" from SOAR, I'd fly, but not make my own reservations.  I would fly but had to be driven to and from the airport.  Now, I do it all from reservations (and changing them as necessary) driving to and from airports, etc.  I guess I didn't want ALL the control of my flight for some reason early on.  Now, I plan my trips from start to finish!

 

This new sense of comfort has wonderfully flowed to other aspects of my life!  When you overcome irrational fears the world becomes a more comfortable place in the air and on the ground.

 

My continued appreciation for your wonderful work,



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You, Too, Can Fix The Flying Problem Now

Get started with the program that works. SOAR
was established in 1982 because no programs existed which could help
people with moderate to severe difficulties. Even today, no other
program offers help that is effective except for mild difficulties. No
matter how difficult flying is for you, we can help.



Full Length Course



We have the full length SOAR Video Course on 11 DVDs and we have the accelerated FastTrack course. The full length course provides the maximum help possible. More info.

FastTrack



FastTrack is for you if you have a flight coming up soon, even tomorrow! It includes three hours of the most important video clips from the full length course. More FastTrack info.

Get started now. The SOAR FastTrack program can be on your computer's screen in two minutes.

• Fast Track is inexpensive.
  


• Fast Track gives you the most help possible in the shortest time.
  


• A twenty-minute private session and unlimited group counseling sessions are included.
  
  


• What you pay for Fast Track is 100% transferable to the complete SOAR Course DVD or CD.

iPod Or Other Media Players

Complete a compact (about five hours) version of the SOAR Course on the go. Download it to your computer. Play it on
your computer, iPod or other media player. More info.

Which To Choose

If you are unsure which is best for you, please call me at 877 332-7359 so we can talk it over. You will feel better as soon as you decide to act.

We
are always here to help. As you go through the program, call or email whenever you
have a question or a concern.

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Inaccuracy About What We Fear

For an interesting article on how accurate our fears are can be found at this link.

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Want A Travel Agent Who Understands How You Feel?



Mike McDaniel writes:



After 9-11 I had a terrible time getting my wings back, since then I have used Tom's strategies and the Fear of Flying has helped me fly again, it was not easy but I did it and it is a process that works for anyone, no pills either!



I have since then opened my own travel company because of my enthusiasm to get out there, I loved Hawaii and can't wait to go to Fiji. Excitement is the opposite of fear and this has helped me fly and get better deals than other travel companies, attached is my travel site and we look forward to having your travel DREAMS come true!



You can contact Mike at 760-271-4740  or visit his travel agency website at www.firstclasslowfares.com

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A More Comfortable Seat In Economy?

Patrick says that's coming at Delta. Read the whole story in his Salon column.

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