How to keep your cool when the plane hit turbulence
Travels / / December 19, 2019
Note that, the behavior of the crew. If flight attendants assured, then, most likely, and you do not have to worry about, even if the situation seems serious.
According to the pilot Patrick Smith, author of the blog Ask the PilotUsually turbulence is not a reason for concern. It's more of an inconvenience than a threat to security. To damage the engine or bend the wing, you need the pressure of immense power. Likely to be in this situation is zero, even if you fly very often.
Nevertheless, very unpleasant to fly through the turbulence. In order not to lose his presence of mind, consider the following tips.
Prepare your place
When buying a ticket, choose a place closer to the middle of the cabin, over the wings: turbulence is felt not so much. Also, try to create comfortable conditions for themselves.
Entertainment
Always have on hand that will help you escape. This could be an interesting book, your favorite movie or TV series, relaxing music.
Bag in case you will be sick
Maybe he will not come in handy, but it's better perestrahuytes. If your site is not equipped with this package, ask the flight attendant in advance or take your own (just make sure it does not leak).
All for comfort
Soft blanket, a pillow under your neck, comfortable sweatshirt and slippers to help you relax and feel calmer.
Try to relax
Perform breathing exercises
If you practice yoga or meditation, you are already familiar with breathing techniques. If not, try this exercise: inhale - 4 seconds, exhale - 8 seconds, repeat several times.
Lift your feet off the floor
So you will feel less of the aircraft vibration.
Do not resist
Try not to strain the contrary, relax the muscles. This will require concentration, such that at least distract you from negative thoughts.
Also remind yourself that in land transport was shaking even more, but we are so accustomed to this that almost do not notice. Remember how often you toss due to road irregularities, when you are traveling by car or by bike, or on the subway shakes.