Pteromerhanophobia is the fear of flying. However, many individuals experience anxiety and fear when they are confronted with the prospect of air travel. Some common synonyms for pteromerhanophobia include aviophobia, aerophobia, or aeroanxiety. These terms are often used interchangeably to describe the fear of flying and the physical and emotional symptoms that come with it. Other commonly used terms include flight anxiety or plane phobia. Regardless of the terminology used, recognizing and addressing one's fear of flying is an important step towards overcoming it and experiencing the many benefits of air travel.