How to stop panic attacks when flying ?

Start days ahead: We've had great success treating this. I've found that the fear builds relentlessly as the travel date approaches so the key is to prevent the buildup of anxiety by treating with anti-anxiety meds (clonazepam) for as much as a week prior to flying. The dose changes/increases; we give a precise schedule of dosing, esp on the day of travel. Fly w/ a calm person;begin w/ short flights; get roomy seat.

Therapy.: Unfortunately, most people wait until the week before flying to ask that question. Therapy takes some time, but is very effective. If no time, meds can be effective in the short run.