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Aircraft manufacturers focus on improved designs for safer flights

Aircraft manufacturers focus on improved designs for safer flights
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Don Ruhman, Chief Aerospace Safety Officer at Boeing | Boeing

The aviation industry has witnessed a notable decline in accidents and fatalities over the past three decades, largely due to advancements in aircraft safety features. Airbus and Boeing, two leading aerospace manufacturers, have played significant roles in this achievement by delivering some of the safest aircraft models.

Boeing regularly publishes reports on commercial jet aircraft accidents and safety records. The latest report highlights that certain aircraft types experience fewer accidents than others. Aircraft are deemed safe based on minimal or no hull losses and fatalities from incidents.

Don Ruhman, Chief Aerospace Safety Officer at Boeing, emphasized the importance of continuous learning and innovation in maintaining high safety standards: "Safety is at the core of everything we do in our industry, continuous learning is required to achieve the highest levels of safety. The multiple ways we at Boeing are learning - and applying that knowledge to drive improvements that protect human life - continues to expand."

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Among the safest aircraft are several models from both Boeing and Airbus. The Boeing 717, for instance, developed initially as the MD-95 by McDonnell Douglas before merging with Boeing, has been operational since 1999 without any hull loss or fatal incident. Delta Air Lines CEO Richard Anderson remarked on its efficiency: "Adding the Boeing 717 to our fleet will give customers, particularly business travelers, more mainline aircraft service that features their preferred amenities. The 717s also provide Delta with a significant improvement in economic efficiency relative to the aircraft they are replacing."

Similarly, Airbus's A380 has not experienced any hull loss or fatal incident since its introduction into service with Singapore Airlines in October 2007. An Airbus spokesperson stated: "The A380 is a truly unique aircraft in more ways than one, and will continue to fly our skies for years to come."

Another model noted for its safety record is the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Since entering service with All Nippon Airways (ANA) in October 2011, it has carried over one billion passengers without any fatalities or hull losses. According to Boeing: "In less than 14 years, the 787 Dreamliner fleet has carried more than one billion passengers...A lighter and robust composite structure enables airlines to reduce fuel use by up to 25 percent compared to the airplanes it replaces."

Beyond design innovations, maintaining safety involves implementing comprehensive procedures throughout an aircraft's operational life. This includes fostering a strong safety culture within organizations where employees can report concerns freely.

Boeing's submission of actions addressing recommendations from an expert panel's review underscores ongoing efforts towards enhancing aviation safety practices through effective reporting channels and Safety Management Systems (SMS). Additionally, collaborations among stakeholders such as manufacturers and operators contribute significantly towards integrated solutions for strengthening aviation safety.

The annual Aviation Safety Conference organized by Boeing exemplifies these collaborative efforts by gathering experts across industries for knowledge exchange on improving aviation safety standards.

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