any tips on how to combat this irrational fear of flying??

Ive been flying since 1978 and never really liked it, then had a really bad spell for a few years around 1995, then calmed down a bit!
However, after my last 2 turbulent flights to Egypt I am now very very nervous, problem is, so is my son, he got really scared, and I'm trying to calm him when inside I am a complete nervous wreck and need the toilet every 20 minutes!

For me boarding in a best deal airplane ticket not so first class where you will be comfortable is a great advice. Whenever I am boarding a plane I make sure that I have an own snacks or candies. Candies or chewing gums are helpful during takeoff and landing. You should also take complete sleep before the flight.

I read an article that the best thing to do in getting a plane ticket at a lower price is booking or calling the airlines after 12 midnight and before 1 a.m. because computers are updated at this time.