Overview

• 2024 recorded 16 fatal aviation accidents, resulting in 333 deaths, making it the deadliest year since 2018, largely due to two major incidents in late December.
• Recent high-profile accidents include a Delta Airlines crash landing in Toronto, where all 80 onboard survived, and a deadly collision between an American Airlines plane and a helicopter in Washington, D.C.
• Experts attribute heightened public perception of aviation risks to increased media coverage and social media proliferation, despite long-term safety improvements in the industry.
• Advancements in technology, pilot training, and regulatory oversight have significantly reduced aviation accidents over decades, with modern air travel maintaining an exceptional safety record.
• Flight attendants on Delta Flight 4819 were praised for their swift and professional response during the Toronto crash, exemplifying the critical safety role they play in emergencies.