I had a huge flight phobia (aerophobia/aviophobia) which I became aware of in my 20's. I started learning to fly on the 2nd February 2013 at the age of 48, and it took me to the 19th October 2020 until I finally passed my UK PPL Skill Test, 133 1/2 flying hours later. I am now a qualified Private Pilot and have obtained my Night Rating and now working towards obtaining my UK Instrument Rating (Restricted). I am living proof that it is truly possible to overcome your fear of flying, regardless of how frightened you are.