'.......am tempted to take a $400 loss just because the thought of getting on a plane again is making me feel sick.' I think if you do this it will be a long t

'.......am tempted to take a $400 loss just because the thought of getting on a plane again is making me feel sick.' I think if you do this it will be a long time before you are able to fly again? A friend of mine suffered a similar situation a couple of years ago. He was so nervous that he froze at the check-in desk. As it happened, this turned out to be useful since it triggered some kind of procedure with the airline and assistance was offered immediately. What happened then is that they took him to the VIP lounge where the pilot came and had a chat with him. He suggested my friend board the plane 15 minutes before anyone else just so he could get used to the idea - with assurances that he could get off again if he wanted to. It turns out that was all that was needed; and the experience of being whisked through security with an air hostess on each arm was something he quite enjoyed too. So, what I would say, is speak to the airline and tell them your concerns because they might be able to help you in a similar way?