[Aang does wince a bit at the that flaming badgermole, but Appa has the more dramatic reaction here. He begins growling and swerving uncomfortable from feeling the extra heat on his back. Even without seeing the fire, he's feeling very wary due to the phobia bred from the time he spent at a Fire Nation circus. Aang has to brace himself.]

That's... that's good to know Gold, but until we land, can you... put the fire one... away? Appa has this thing against fire... [Then he tries to turn to Appa.] Whoa buddy, it'll be okay!