Given recent events, there has been a lot of apprehension about travelling, especially by air. While we are all saddened by these cowardly acts of violence against innocent persons, there is no need to react with fear. Then the bastards have won.
Air travel is safer today than it has been at any time in the recent past.
It is safer now than it was on September 10th. The point is, these are random events, but you can be prepared. The savvy traveller has always known of these possiblities and takes certain precautions. I've included a list of some ways you can make your air travel safer and more stress-free. Especially important when travelling internationally.