High level of aviation safety in Europe
High level of aviation safety in Europe
The recently published EASA's 2006 Annual Safety Review highlights the significant improvements achieved in aviation safety in recent years. World-wide, 2006 saw the lowest number of fatal accidents (42) to fixed wing aircraft in public transportation within the last decade (1997-2006).
The Annual Safety Review is compiled by EASA to inform the public of safety levels in civil aviation. The data used are provided by the International Civil Aviation Organisation and the Agency's 31 members, which include the 27 Member States of the EU, as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
In 2006 the number of fatal accidents to fixed wing aircraft in public transportation in Europe (6) was equal to the average for the decade, although it has increased since 2004, which was exceptionally low (2). Even though accident rates in Europe are low, the Agency's Review indicates that there is still room for improvement.
