Capt Ron’s Blog
Fear of Flying Classes in Phoenix – What you need to know about the Cleared for Takeoff 201 Advanced Class
Maybe you have been to one of our free classes in Phoenix, or maybe you just found your way to this blog post by searching for fear of flying classes in your area. Either way, I am glad you are here. In over 3 decades of helping many thousands of fearful...
Pegasus Flight PG2193 skids off runway – Facts and Fiction
First of all, I want to extend my condolences to the families that have lost loved ones on this flight. If you are a fearful flyer, this incident naturally causes concerns and brings up a lot of questions. It’s important however to separate facts from fiction, or, as...
Air Canada flight AC33 Clear Air Turbulence proves proves fear of flying is justified….but is it really?
From Frantic to Fearless “37 hurt, 9 seriously, on Air Canada flight hit by turbulence.” That’s the headline and enough to trigger thousands if not millions of fearful flyers looking for more evidence why they continue to have confirmed that flying is...
Delta flight DL1425 MD-88 experiences engine failure
A Delta Air Lines McDonnell Douglas MD-88 was operating flight DL1425 when the pilots initiated a diversion and successfully performed a non-normal landing due to an engine failure. The aircraft was en route to Baltimore from Atlanta, cruising at 33,000 ft when...
You Can Help Us Choose Our Book Cover
Help us choose our cover and you could win a free coaching session with Capt. Ron! We can’t decide on a cover for Capt. Ron’s upcoming book, so we decided to leave it up to you. Vote on which image you’d like to see on the cover. One lucky winner will receive a free...
Capt Ron Weighs In On Ethiopian Air Crash
Chances are you've heard about the recent Ethiopian Air crash involving a Boeing 737-800 Max 8. Although a full investigation will take months to complete, that hasn't stopped the news media from making assumptions and semi-educated guesses. "If it bleeds, it leads."...
Don’t Let Fear of Flying Spoil Your Spring Break
I recently was invited by a national network morning talk show who asked for tips for travelers who were afraid to fly. The interview took place in an airline cabin mock-up on the set of an aircraft-themed studio with an on-air talent and a show producer. The...
