Traffic Tom Vanderbilt Allen Lane 2008

We all know that statistically speaking we’re far more likely to be killed driving to the airport than going down with the plane, but many of us still feel far more nervous as the aircraft takes off than we ever do on the road. The difference is that the driver feels in control, and since most drivers believe they’re above average, they don’t need to worry. (Their passengers may feel differently, but that would have to be their nerves, how could...