Episode 49 - Is Commercial Aviation Still Safe? The Facts You Need to Know

In this episode of Fly the Transition, we tackle a pressing question on the minds of many: Is commercial aviation still safe? With the recent mid-air collision near Washington, D.C., some may be feeling uneasy about flying or even questioning whether they should pursue a career in aviation.

But here’s the reality: Flying is safer than ever before.

Join me as I break down:

• How long it has been since a fatal commercial airline crash in the U.S


• The astonishing safety statistics that prove just how rare accidents are.


• How airlines, the FAA, and the NTSB work tirelessly to improve safety.


• The science and technology behind accident prevention and pilot training.


• How aviation safety has improved dramatically over the decades.


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If you’re considering a career in aviation but are feeling uncertain, this episode will put your doubts to rest. Flying remains the safest mode of transportation, and the aviation industry is more committed than ever to keeping it that way.

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🔗 References & Further Reading:
📌 U.S. Department of Transportation - Air Traffic Statistics: https://www.transtats.bts.gov
📌 National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Reports: https://www.ntsb.gov
📌 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Safety Regulations: https://www.faa.gov
📌 Bureau of Transportation Statistics (Annual Flight Volume): https://www.transtats.bts.gov/TRAFFIC
📌 Aviation Safety Network - Commercial Accident Database: https://aviation-safety.net
📌 International Air Transport Association (IATA) Safety Reports: https://www.iata.org/en/programs/safety/
📌 Harvard School of Public Health - Airline Safety vs. Car Safety: https://www.hsph.harvard.edu

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