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.
In: Other
I’m an airline pilot so here’s my perspective. Yes aviation is very unforgiving and things can become fatal very quickly. That said there’s an industry saying of laws, procedures, policies etc being “written in blood”. Meaning modern aviation is built on a foundation of experience that was learned from deaths in the past.
The national transport safety board conducts thorough investigation into fatal and *non-fatal* accidents all the time. Their reports become
The basis for new laws, regulations, and industry practices. The results is that commercial aviation is very safe.
When you fly you have many highly trained professionals, from pilots, mechanics, dispatchers, ATC etc, who get you from A to B.
When you drive on the road there are brand new drivers, unlicensed drivers, drunk drivers, and god knows what state of disrepair some vehicles are in.
Latest Answers