British Airways is launching a brand new instructional video for nervous flyers on its in-flight entertainment system from September 1.
The film, presented by British Airways pilot and course leader Captain Steve Allright, takes information from the British Airways Flying with Confidence course ? the airline?s one-day fear of flying programme.
In the video, Captain Allright explains the technical side of flying, how an aircraft operates and other areas that can give some customers cause for concern, such as turbulence. The video also gives advice from clinical psychologists on the course including relaxation techniques, and how best to deal with anxiety and feelings of panic.
The airline has also put a preview clip from the video on its YouTube site for customers who would like to know more about the course ahead of their flight:
Customers will be able to watch the complete video on the British Airways Well Being channel, one of the hundreds of options on the airline?s extensive in-flight entertainment system.
British Airways Captain Steve Allright, who flies Boeing 747s, said: ?The British Airways Flying with Confidence course has helped more than 45,000 people over the past 25 years.
?I really hope that we can reach, and help even more people with this video – whether they?re flying for business or for their holidays.?
Customers who go on the British Airways Flying with Confidence course will, in addition to tackling their fear of flying, also qualify for a 10 per cent discount on any British Airways flight, for up to nine people – in any cabin class.
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Notes to editors:
? For more information or images please contact the British Airways press office on 020 8738 5100 or [email protected]
? Customers can book the course online: www.flyingwithconfidence.com