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For many people, traveling by plane is an exciting experience. Others, however, find the whole idea quite terrifying, (1)................ flying is no more dangerous (2) ......................any other form of travel and some experts say it is considerably safer. It is known, however, that most accident occurs during taking off and landing when a (3) ...................... decisions are vitally important.
The people (4) ............. job it is to look after the passengers, the stewards and stewardnesses play an important part in helping passengers to (5)................ safe and comfortable. Indeed for many passengers being taken such care of is all part of the total experience. No other form of travel involves waiting for people in quite the same (6) ................, with food, drink, newspapers, magazines, music, and even video films.