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Austin, TX – June 20, 2025 — A groundbreaking app designed to help millions of anxious travelers take flight with peace of mind is now live on the App Store. Introducing SkyCalm: Fear of Flying, a science-backed wellness app that delivers real-time relief for nervous flyers through guided breathing, panic attack support, educational insights, and calming audio experiences.

Created by a team passionate about helping people overcome flight anxiety, SkyCalm is more than just a meditation app—it's a pocket therapist for the skies. Whether it's pre-flight jitters or mid-air panic, SkyCalm offers discreet, practical tools based on proven techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EFT Tapping, and somatic grounding.

Key Features:

• SOS Panic Button – Instant calming guidance to stop a panic attack in its tracks.
• Breathe Section – Easy-to-follow techniques like 4-7-8 breathing to regulate stress in real time.
• Learn & Explore – 100+ expert Q&As explaining turbulence, aircraft sounds, flight safety, and more.
• Relaxing Soundscapes – Curated music and visualizations designed for inflight peace.
• Guided Meditations – From boarding visualizations to mid-flight affirmations and intrusive thought reframes.

"We noticed people needed more than tips—they needed tools. Real help. Right when the anxiety hits. That's why we created an app that meets you exactly where you are—on the plane, in the moment, and needing calm." — Hope Williamson, founder of SkyCalm

SkyCalm is designed for nervous flyers of all levels—from those who avoid flying entirely to frequent travelers who feel uneasy during turbulence.

SkyCalm is now available for iPhone and iPad. The app is free to download, with optional premium features coming soon.