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Originally Posted by Bigtime
Have you guys (and gals) ever thought about going up for a flight in a small plane with an instructor? Getting a chance to actually fly a plane and see how it all works (at the most basic level) has helped people with their fear.
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Most flying schools will allow you to take an introductory lesson (called a "Discovery Flight") relatively cheaply, too. You won't get to control the plane during takeoff and landing, but once you're at altitude, the instructor pilot will give you control and let you perform basic climb/descend/turn manoeuvres. You'll also spend a lot of time on the ground talking about the plane, its systems, and what all the different instruments and controls do.