What are the chances of a plane crash?

What are the chances of a plane crash?

• Ok, so i have entered a contest type thing where i can win a trip to L.A. for a total make-over, but the only problem is, i'll have to fly there, since im all the way across the country from L.A..I'm really terrified of flying, its a phobia of mine, i know plane crashes aren't often and the media blows everything into epic proportions. but i just can't shake the feeling that the plane i board will be the one that happens to have technical difficulties, or have human error. i really want to know the probabilities of dying in a plane crash/having a plane crash..and also i'd like to know what i can do to calm my nerves before and during the flight (by the way, im only 16 so, drinking a bit is out of the question). this is kind of off topic but last year I over came my fear of being on a ship in a large body of water, they way i did it was being with someone i love and really holding on for dear life lol. so do you think this will also help with flying, but i must say, im more terrified of flying then traveling by ship. i was thinking of driving to L.A. but thats a 4-8 day trip depending on weather, traffic, and the number of stops I make. and i know driving in the most dangerous way of traviling, but i still feel safer. i dont know why though lol. so yea, if someone can help me it'd be greatly appreciated. thanks

• Answer:

  I totally understand how you feel hunny. In December 2008, I have never flown before and the thought of it PETRIFIED me! But my boyfriend booked a holiday for us to Germany, and I knew I would have to fly. I still remember sitting at the airport, looking out at the plane we were waiting to board and hyperventilating at the sight of it! And the fear I felt when taking off for the first time. However, on coming into land, I realized I was seeing and doing THEE MOST AMAZING things ever! Then, in March 2009, 4 months later, I landed a job as a flight attendant! Flying that time, although being Absolutely petrified before, made me realize my dream. Flying it amazing! I've now been a flight attendant for over a year and absolutely love it! I've done well over 700 flights, with barely any trouble! There really isn't any way to overcome your fear, I just found researching plane crashes and the safest places to sit on a plane to be the most comforting. Best of luck to you!