Terrifying Truths at 30,000 Feet: Flight Attendant’s Shocking Video Reveals the One Thing You Need to Know to Overcome Your Biggest In-Flight Fear
- Leah Kerr, a 23-year-old cabin crew member for Irish airline Ryanair, has shared a video on TikTok with tips on how to calm panicked passengers during difficult flights.
- In the video, Kerr explains that turbulence is a sudden change in airflow that can rock an aircraft.
- Kerr advises anyone with a fear of flying to do breathing exercises, listen to calming music, buckle up, and close their eyes.
Flight Attendant Shares Tips on How to Cope with Turbulence on a Plane
Leah Kerr, a 23-year-old cabin crew member for Irish airline Ryanair, has shared a video on TikTok with tips on how to calm panicked passengers during difficult flights.
In the video, Kerr explains that turbulence is a sudden change in airflow that can rock an aircraft. However, she assures viewers that there is no need to panic, as the plane is designed to withstand turbulence.
Kerr advises anyone with a fear of flying to do breathing exercises, listen to calming music, buckle up, and close their eyes. She also suggests that passengers try not to panic, as this can lead to hyperventilation and ultimately make them feel worse.
If a passenger is feeling anxious, Kerr recommends pressing the buzzer to alert the flight attendants, who will comfort them and ensure their safety.
In an interview with Fox News, Kerr suggested that anxious passengers write down what to do and what to expect after disembarking. She also recommends finding breathing exercises on YouTube or TikTok in advance and practicing them while in turbulent air.
Rhia Kerr, 23, a cabin crew member for Irish airline Ryanair, shared a video on TikTok with tips on how to calm anxious passengers during turbulence.
Kerr emphasizes that passenger safety is her top priority and that she underwent extensive training to become qualified. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, in 2023, about 20 people, including passengers and crew, were seriously injured due to turbulence.
The FAA recommends that passengers always wear their seat belts and listen to flight attendants during turbulent weather.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration, about 20 people, including passengers and crew, were seriously injured in 2023 due to turbulence.
Kerr’s video has already been viewed more than 2.5 million times, and her tips have been well-received by anxious passengers. By sharing her expertise and experience, Kerr aims to help people feel more comfortable and secure during flights.
