Stephen Naylor
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- Apr 11, 2002
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Here's another question for the forum. Not to sound so naive, but how safe is flying? I realize it's a question that is pretty broad. I'm considering learning to fly, already set up an introductory flight - but after reading the threads about almost seeing or being in a crash, I'm having second thoughts. It seems like there are a heck of a lot more accidents the lay-person realizes.
Ofcourse, I realize there is some risk involved, but how much? Are there any statistics? I have looked on various web-sites including FAA and have not found much. Are many accidents due to pilot error or misjudgement?
If there is that much risk, how do most pilots deal with it? How much is left to human error vs. mechanical failure/breakdown, or bad weather?
Thanks
Steve
Ofcourse, I realize there is some risk involved, but how much? Are there any statistics? I have looked on various web-sites including FAA and have not found much. Are many accidents due to pilot error or misjudgement?
If there is that much risk, how do most pilots deal with it? How much is left to human error vs. mechanical failure/breakdown, or bad weather?
Thanks
Steve