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How safe are modern flights?
Despite incidents like the easyJet emergency landing, air travel remains one of the safest forms of transport. Strict regulations, rigorous maintenance schedules, and highly trained pilots and cabin crew contribute to this safety record. Every incident is investigated to learn and further improve safety standards across the industry.
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