The crippling fear of flying leaves Henriette on edge on every flight. Aerophobia, also known as aviophobia, is an extreme fear of flying. Some individuals experience overwhelming anxiety just thinking about the plane ride. Others may avoid flying at all costs, even if it means missing out on family vacations or traveling for work. Aerophobia does not usually have a specific cause but may be triggered by a bad flight experience or watching extensive news coverage of a traumatic plane incident. B