So, first I hope this question fits this sub. I’ve often heard that sentance. But how has it been determined?
Like, is it just about the raw number of deaths? In which case, the argument doesn’t exactly land well since we’re in planes a very small part of our lives.
Or has it been calculated that on average, a second spent on a plane is safer than a second spent in a car? In which case it would truly be safer.
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There’s a lot of factors to this question. Statistically? Yes, planes are much safer and that is for a lot of reasons. Part of it is because of all the strict rules pilots and airlines need to follow to ensure a safe flight. But if you were to switch the discussion to crash survival rates, you’ll probably find that far fewer people survive plane crashes than car crashes.
As others have said, counting deaths/injuries per mile of travel for each mode of transport gets you a pretty decent average figure to show how safe each mode of transport is. Flying is incredibly safe and you’re much more likely to get in a car accident than you are to find yourself in a plane crash.
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