September 17, 2007

How safe is your airline?

Do you have concerns about the safety and security of your airline? Recent updates to Australian government travel advice now include a section on Airline Safety. Aside from general advice such as travel tips and carry-on restrictions, you can also find out more information about operating bans and restrictions.

The Air Transport Portal of the European Commission publishes a list of airlines banned within the European Union which also includes airlines operating under restrictions or specific conditions. This advice focuses on individual airlines and imposes penalties based on violations of regulatory practice.

In contrast, the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) focuses on a country’s (not the specific airline’s) ability to follow international standards and best practices for maintenance and operation. Further research can be done at the International Civil Aviation Organization website.

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