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Fear:Why People Are Afraid to Fly
The latest NEWSWEEK Poll shows that the fear of flying is on the rise. Media coverage of Flight 990 and other major accidents can add to those fears. But statistics show that flying is one of the safest ways to travel. A look at some of the factors behind flight anxiety:
THE WORRIES
Pilot fatigue: Regulations give pilots time to rest, but not always during hours when the body needs sleep
Passenger fears: A feeling of losing control is one symptom. Others: aircraft noises, claustrophobia and fear of heights.
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