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Jan 17, 2006
Virgin Atlantic has revealed that its
Flying Without Fear course (FWF) will take place at LutonAirport on the 22nd of
January and Newcastle
Airport on the 12th
of February. Offered throughout the year, the one-day course is aimed at
teaching sufferers how to overcome their fear. It includes an optional
45-minute flight at the end of the session.
The day starts with a brief introduction
from the entire team who will 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 for participants to ask questions on a one-to-one basis. The
afternoon session is led by David Landau, a well-known psychotherapist. He will
talk 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
session, participants will take a short 45 minute flight on a commercial jet.
At the end of the 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.
“We are delighted to announce another venue
for the Flying Without Fear course. Only recently we added Heathrow and Manchester Airport
to our course venues, and we are thrilled to be able to add Luton and Newcastle airports so soon
after,” says Sir Richard Branson, Chairman of Virgin Atlantic.
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