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Virgin Atlantic
has launched a new Flying Without Fear course (FWF), due to start at Leeds-Bradford airport on the 17 June 2007. Virgin
Atlantic, in association with FWF Limited, offers one-day courses throughout the year, aimed at teaching sufferers how to overcome their
fear. The course includes an optional 45-minute flight at the end of the
session.
Sir Richard Branson, Chairman of Virgin Atlantic,
said, “We are thrilled that we are able to offer yet another venue for the hugely successful Flying
Without Fear course, which will mean more people can reap the benefit of this course. For the past ten years
we have run courses at London Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham,
Luton, Newcastle and Southampton airports which makes
Leeds-Bradford the eighth venue for the course.”
“Now that these courses are so readily available to the public, we hope as many people as possible will take advantage and go on to
complete the course with a new found confidence in their ability to fly without fear.”
The day starts with a brief introduction from the entire team who look
after the participants. Two Virgin Atlantic Captains take the morning session
and run through detailed information regarding aircraft functions, noises and safety to help attendees gain an understanding of how the
aircraft operates. A question and answer session is held at this stage to
ensure that any questions participants may have are answered.
The day breaks for a hot lunch and offers the opportunity to ask questions
of the team on a one-to-one basis. The afternoon session is led by David
Landau, a well-known psychotherapist. He talks in depth about fears and
phobias and teaches the skills to help people learn to control their fears,
preparing them for the flight. After this they take a short 45-minute flight on a commercial jet. The participants are accompanied on the
flight by Virgin Atlantic pilots, cabin crew and ground staff, who can support
them and help alleviate any fears. One of our pilots gives a running commentary throughout the flight re-enforcing all that has been learnt
throughout the day.
At the end of the relaxation session a post-flight debrief takes place and
participants receive a free CD specially compiled by David Landau. They
will also be presented with certificates to mark their achievement signed
by Sir Richard Branson. All our Captains, crew and the rest of the team
are available to answer any remaining questions the participants might have.
In addition
there is a ‘Flying Without Fear’ channel available
onboard the aircraft, which is narrated by David Landau, who provides a familiar voice to help relax the passenger.
The inclusive day course costs £199 plus VAT.
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