Can a pilot be afraid of flying?

Bottom Line. A fear of flying is way more common than you may think, so if you're one of those people who feel their mouth start to go dry and hands get sweaty as the takeoff run begins, you're not alone. The feeling of not being in control is enough to make even professional pilots feel a little uneasy during a flight ...

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2023-06-26 20:12:54

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Can a pilot survive 10g?
Most of us can withstand up to 4-6G. Fighter pilots can manage up to about 9G for a second or two. But sustained G-forces of even 6G would be fatal. Astronauts endure around 3G on lift-off, one G of which is Earth's own pull.
2024-02-03 23:36:43

Is 27 too old to become a pilot?
While some airlines have an age requirement before you can fly a commercial flight, there's no age limit in wanting to become a pilot.
2024-02-02 07:14:53

Can a pilot open his window in flight?
Opening the window
When the aircraft is not pressurized, either on the ground or if depressurized during the flight (intentionally or due to an accident), then pilots can open them. On most modern aircraft, the opening procedure is the same.
2024-01-07 08:28:18

Can flight simulator teach you to be a pilot?
A simulator cannot teach you a lot of different pieces of flying and it's also not a real instructor. If you want to truly succeed in aviation, get in contact with a local flight school or instructor and begin taking lessons. You'll be surprised by how different it can be versus a simulator.
2023-01-12 03:40:05

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