Why Airplanes Crash: Aviation Safety in a Changing World

Since deregulation of the airlines industry, there has been an increasing unease about airline safety issues. Concerns about safety issues extend beyond public and media issues to deteriorating confidence with the aviation industry and government officials. This book begins by examining the safety record of U.S. jet and commuter airlines. The broader issues, such as the impact of deregulation on standards and maintenance, the increased demands on the air traffic control system, the aging airline fleets and the growing popularity of commuter airlines, are covered in detail. This book includes an examination of aviation safety around the world.