Anxious travelers are sharing calming messages from flight crews in the aftermath of plane crashes
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Samantha DiPrato, who describes herself as a “nervous flyer,” was feeling especially anxious about traveling back to school in Virginia from New York City last weekend. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Her flight was scheduled just days after two separate plane crashes (one in Washington, D.C., and one in Philadelphia) resulted in dozens of fatalities.
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Main Idea: After recent deadly plane crashes, anxious flyers like Samantha DiPrato are finding comfort in calm messages and reassuring behavior from airline crews.
Key Points:
- DiPrato, a nervous flyer, filmed a Delta crew member spelling out “Safe Flight” on the tarmac, and her video drew millions of views.
- Social media has filled with flight anxiety videos as travelers react to the crashes in Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia.
- Experts say fear after tragic events is normal, and calm voices from pilots and flight attendants can help reduce anxiety.
- Janelle Rupkalvis and pilot Peter Cappio are using TikTok and in-flight announcements to remind people that flying is still very safe.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Recent crashes can raise fear of flying, causing stress, delayed trips, and lower airline demand for households and businesses.
Positive Impact
Calm messages from crews and pilots like Samantha DiPrato’s and Peter Cappio’s can reassure travelers and help people fly with less anxiety.
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Travel creator whose videos and commentary are a major part of the article’s focus.
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Pilot and flight-anxiety advocate whose advice and TikTok posts are prominently featured.
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The airline associated with the crew member shown spelling “Safe Flight” and part of the article’s examples.
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Psychiatry expert quoted to explain why fear of flying is normal after traumatic events.
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