When it isn't fun for them, it probably isn't as much fun for you. Becoming a Pinch-Hitter will change their attitude. Those who already enjoy flying will also benefit, as will you. I finally realized I could, must, do something. Overcoming Inertia Getting to that point, when your flying companion realizes they should do something, isn't always easy.
Most pilots report it took plenty of encouragement to get their companions to sign up.
The results are well worth the effort. Participants heaped praise on the course. I can speak from personal experience. It took ten years of trying to get my spouse to take the course. While she never voiced any concerns about flying, I was the one who worried about what would happen, if something went wrong.