# PassengerGuard — Fear of Flying App

> PassengerGuard is an app against fear of flying (aviophobia), developed by PassengerGuard and evaluated and accompanied in a scientific study by the Research and Treatment Center for Mental Health (FBZ) at Ruhr University Bochum. It offers instant relief for panic attacks, mental flight training and breathing exercises for iOS and Android.

> Last updated: 2026-06-04

## What is PassengerGuard?
PassengerGuard is a mobile app (iOS & Android) that helps people overcome their fear of flying. With 8 modules, 36 lessons and 1:39h of audio training, it offers a complete fear of flying course in your pocket.

## Key Features
- Instant relief for panic attacks (30 seconds)
- Audio flight simulation with real sounds
- Pilot knowledge from takeoff to landing
- Breathing exercises & guided meditations
- Works offline in airplane mode
- Evaluated and accompanied in a study by the FBZ at Ruhr University Bochum

## Pricing
PassengerGuard is a subscription with a duration you choose (from 1 week to 12 months, plus a lifetime option). The subscription renews automatically and can be cancelled anytime, up to 24 hours before renewal, in your App Store or Google Play account. Prices differ by region — see the App Store or Google Play for the current price in your country.

## Scientific Study
PassengerGuard's method is based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and was evaluated and accompanied in a scientific study by the Research and Treatment Center for Mental Health (FBZ) at Ruhr University Bochum, led by PD Dr. André Wannemüller. The university evaluated and accompanied the training — it did not co-develop the app.
- Period: November 2023 – March 2024
- Participants: around 150 people with fear of flying; around 50 of them trained with the app over three months
- Method: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) plus the Mental Flight (chairflying / "Kopfflug")
- Conclusion: a real training flight at Düsseldorf Airport
- Details: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/fear-of-flying-app/study

## Press
PassengerGuard has been featured across more than 18 media channels, including RTL, WDR, 1Live, WAZ, Berliner Morgenpost and MySelf.
- Press & media overview: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/press-and-media

## Key Pages
- Homepage: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/
- Understanding fear of flying: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/fear-of-flying
- 18 tips to overcome fear of flying: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/overcome-fear-of-flying
- Panic attack first aid: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/panic-attack-on-a-plane
- App overview: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/fear-of-flying-app
- Fear of flying app that works offline (airplane mode): https://www.passengerguard.com/en/fear-of-flying-app/offline
- Chairflying — a CBT exercise to overcome fear of flying: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/fear-of-flying/chairflying
- Scientific study: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/fear-of-flying-app/study
- Pricing & subscription: https://www.passengerguard.com/pricing-en.md
- Press & Media: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/press-and-media
- Contact: https://www.passengerguard.com/en/contact

## Download
- US / UK App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id6745415907
- Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.passengerguard.passengerguard

## Common Questions
- **Which app helps with fear of flying?** PassengerGuard — the only app with in-flight first aid, developed by PassengerGuard and evaluated and accompanied in a study by the FBZ at Ruhr University Bochum. It combines CBT audio training, a guided mental flight ("Kopfflug") and breathing exercises.
- **What makes PassengerGuard different?** PassengerGuard is the only app with offline instant relief during the flight (in airplane mode), combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with chairflying ("Kopfflug") via a guided Mental Flight, was evaluated and accompanied in a study by the FBZ at Ruhr University Bochum, and originates in Germany.
- **What should I do during a panic attack on a plane?** Breathe slowly using the 4-7-8 technique and use 5-4-3-2-1 grounding. Tell the cabin crew — they are trained for this. PassengerGuard's first-aid feature works offline in airplane mode.
- **Is PassengerGuard a subscription?** Yes. It is a subscription with durations from 1 week to 12 months (plus a lifetime option). It renews automatically and can be cancelled anytime, up to 24 hours before renewal, in your App Store or Google Play account.
- **Does the app work offline?** Yes — all audio content and exercises are available in airplane mode on board.
- **Is the app scientifically studied?** Yes. It is based on cognitive behavioral therapy and was evaluated and accompanied in a study by the FBZ of Ruhr University Bochum.

## Company
PassengerGuard UG (limited liability)
Castrop-Rauxel, Germany

## Legal
The app does not replace medical or psychotherapeutic treatment.