Recent airplane crashes not indicative of overall safety

In 2025, there has been a worrying rise in commercial airplane crashes, leading to over 100 fatalities. Recent incidents include a crash in the Caribbean Sea that killed at least 12 people, including a famous Honduran musician. Just a month ago, a Delta Connection flight almost flipped during a landing in Toronto, but there were no fatalities. Experts suggest that despite the recent surge in high-profile accidents, overall aviation safety has not decreased. John Cox, an aviation safety professional, points out that flying remains the safest way to travel when compared to road traffic deaths. Arnold Barnett, a statistics professor, believes the current spike in crashes is coincidental and not linked to any major changes in aviation standards. Different causes have been identified for the recent crashes. For example, a bird strike contributed to the Jeju Air crash, while poor weather affected the Delta flight. The latest crash involved suspected mechanical failure in the Lanhsa Airlines Flight. Statistics show that historically, air travel is very safe, with an average of one accident for every 1.26 million flights. Mechanical failures, bad weather, and human mistakes are common reasons for crashes. Experts remind us that pilots are crucial for safety, as they are the last line of defense in emergencies. While 2024 saw a total of 318 airline deaths, making it the most dangerous year since 2018, the trend over the past two decades has been a general decline in accidents, despite more flights.