Virgin Atlantic has released its first iPhone application aimed at nervous flyers.  Based on and named after the Flying Without Fear course the app was developed in partnership with Mental Workout, a company that specialises in designing software that helps people resolve stress issues.  According to Virgin Atlantic the Flying Without Fear course has a 98% success rate, and has even helped celebrities like Whoopi Goldberg.

Through mobile technology the Flying Without Fear app, the first of its kind, will put anxious travellers at ease.  The app features a personal introduction by Sir Richard Branson, a video explanation of the flight process from start to finish, an explanation of the aeroplane environment, frequently asked questions, relaxation exercises and a panic button for emergency breathing exercises.

According to Richard Branson, president of Virgin Atlantic, the app was designed to help people overcome the fear of the unfamiliar aircraft environment, the strange noises the plane makes and of losing control.

If you’re an anxious traveller, buy the app for your iPhone or iPod Touch from the iTunes App Store for $4.99.