Fear of flying: The "Stress-Free Flying" workshop to help manage stress related to flying
Detailed course schedule
Discover the video about the "Stress-Free Flying" workshop.
Registration
The "Stress-Free Flying" workshop is designed for anyone looking to overcome their fears, anxieties, and phobias related to flying.
- Sessions are held on Mondays and Fridays at the Air France pilot training center at Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport.
- The workshop costs 750 euros.
- For more information and to register, please contact us via email at mail.antistress@airfrance.fr.
A preliminary interview with a psychologist
- When you register for the "Stress-Free Flying" workshop, you will receive a questionnaire to determine the origin and nature of your anxiety about flying.
- A month before the workshop, a psychologist from the Anti-Stress Center will contact you for a one-on-one 45-minute interview. Together, you will analyze your answers to the questionnaire and create a personalized plan to help you cope with your anxiety.
- This interview is a prerequisite for the one-day workshop.
Get to know the world of aeronautics
A better understanding of aircraft flight principles
The first part of the workshop includes presentations by various professionals. The speakers are active Air France flight personnel who can answer all of your questions.
- An aeronautical stress specialist will discuss stress mechanisms and guide you through breathing, muscular, and mental relaxation exercises.
- A flight attendant will explain their job, training, and role in ensuring flight safety.
- A pilot will walk you through aerodynamic principles and introduce you to aeronautics. They will help you understand "air holes," turbulence, and how an aircraft flies.
Experience the cockpit in a simulator
Begin with theory, then move on to practice. Climb aboard an Air France flight simulator, a replica of the cockpit of one of the aircraft in our fleet. This device is located at the Air France pilot training center at Paris-Charles de Gaulle.
- The simulator reproduces all the movements of an aircraft. You will be able to experience everything from turbulence to emergency procedures and observe how everything is designed to keep you safe.
- After leaving the flight simulator, you will debrief with the team to assess how your day went.
Personalized follow-up after the workshop
- For 12 months, you can inform us by email of your flight bookings with Air France, Hop, and Transavia. We are committed to sharing this information with our crew.
- By informing us in advance, our cabin crew will be better prepared to meet your needs and make your trip even more enjoyable.
Our answers to your questions
The workshop is a one-day in-person event that lasts 8h10.
Contact us by email at mail.antistress@airfrance.fr
This course does not lead to qualifications or certification. It is, therefore, not eligible for the CPF.
It is QUALIOPI certified and registered under the number 11 95 03693 95 with the Prefect of the Île-de-France region. The Air France Anti-Stress Center assures you of quality and reliability.
Yes, please check with your OPCO.
Our workshops can be fully booked up to 2 or 3 months in advance depending on the time of year, so we recommend registering as soon as possible.
The "Stress-Free Flying" workshop sessions are offered in French and English. For details and availability, please contact the Center by email at mail.antistress@airfrance.fr.
When registering, we recommend that participants with disabilities inform us of the nature of their disability and their specific needs so we can welcome them in the best possible conditions.
You can only pay for the workshop with a bank transfer or subrogation if financed by an OPCO.
You can always contact us to request a meeting with our psychologist to discuss your concerns and find solutions.
We also offer a "Stress-Free Flying" workshop for young people under 15. A preliminary interview with our psychologist will help you identify your needs and finalize your registration.
Cost of the workshop: €600
If you are traveling with another airline, you can email us at the end of your course to request a document that you can present to the crew.
What our customers say
Many participants have shared feedback on their experience following the workshop or a flight. Below are a few excerpts from their letters or e-mails.
"I’d like to thank you for the attention and care you showed me during the workshop. At no time did I feel judged for my fear. Instead I received understanding and help in resolving the vicious circle of my fear of flying." "To my great surprise, my first flight after the workshop went just fine. This is because I now understand everything that’s happening during a flight, all thanks to your workshop." "This workshop really delivers as promised! My subsequent flight was really enjoyable. Although I felt very stressed at first, I quickly grew confident. The progress I’ve felt is really amazing." "I’m no longer worried about the idea of going abroad to sign a contract. This is bliss! … The flight went perfectly, as I put into practice the techniques you taught me during the stress-free flying workshop." "I took part in the stress-free flying workshop and we spoke on the phone to prepare for my trip to Amsterdam. The trip went great thanks to your advice. I was ecstatic when I arrived in Amsterdam, because it was really a miracle for me to be so relaxed during a flight." "I traveled to New York with no stress and I was very relaxed during the flight. Everything went great and I owe it all to your team. Now I’ll never be afraid to fly again: it’s a miracle!" "I was skeptical at first. Being on a plane for more than two hours was impossible for me. Fifteen days after completing the workshop, I took a 4-hour flight and everything went well—I even enjoyed it. The workshop crew addresses your specific needs, guaranteeing personalized results. Thank you so much!" "Thank you to the amazing workshop crew. My flight from Nice to San Francisco went rather smoothly. While I did experience some stress at the beginning of the flight, I was able to control my anxiety thanks to the techniques the relaxation therapist taught me during the workshop. I was also less sensitive to the plane's motion. I wouldn't say I was completely relaxed, but given how long my flight was, I definitely saw improvement in my peace of mind that I will carry with me on future flights. Thank you!"
Results of the 2024 satisfaction survey
Here is some feedback from people who have completed the workshop:
- 100% of customers say the "Stress-Free Flying" workshop met their expectations.
- 99% of customers would recommend the course to their friends and family.
An alternative program with our partner, D Stress Aero
With virtual reality, you can experience each phase of the flight at your own pace to help manage your anxiety: boarding, take-off, turbulence, and more.
A program developed in collaboration with Air France
- Learn about aeronautics and relaxation: The program is based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which is recognized for treating phobias.
- Gradual and repeated exposure: Fear of flying makes it difficult to gradually face real-life conditions.Virtual reality can simulate these situations repeatedly until the stress is fully under control.
- Immersion and personalized training: Familiarize yourself as much as necessary with boarding, take-off, and various flight scenarios, including day, night, quiet, or turbulent conditions.
With virtual reality, you can benefit from a simulation environment tailored to your needs.