Alaska Float Planes and Bush Pilot Safety Records: How many of you have flown in small planes before? I'm talking about the ones that seat 6 or less people. Do you ever wonder about the safety of these single pilot planes? If you travel to Alaska, you will see many of these planes, including float planes, being used as primary modes of transportation. According to a recent article in The New York Times, Alaska reported 104 aircraft accidents in 2007 and 30 deaths. These numbers deserve notice by officials and travelers alike. If you choose to travel on one of these planes, at least educate yourself about the air safety standards of the pilots and planes that you will be flying. Here are a few good websites that can help you make informed decisions about flying on various planes: www.ntsb.gov, www.asias.faa.gov
Safe travels!
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