Summary
A new AP-NORC poll shows that Americans’ confidence in air travel has declined after several fatal plane crashes in 2025.
Only 64% now believe flying is safe, down from 71% last year, while the number of those who feel it is unsafe rose by 12%.
Confidence in pilots, air traffic controllers, and the federal government has also dropped. Recent crashes, including a deadly collision over Washington, D.C., have fueled public concern.
Meanwhile, Trump has begun firing hundreds of FAA employees, raising further safety worries.
An aside from the main point here, but I haven’t read much about the Toronto Pearson crash. Does it have anything to do with US air control or regulations (like plane maintenance) or is it just being lumped it?
From what I’ve been able to tell the Pearson crash was a fucking fluke. Actual details tend to be released slowly though so one of the theories (incorrect de-icing before take off) will take a long time to prove or disprove.
Of course not.
I believe it’s due to bad weather and strong winds.
It seems to be just lumped in. The NTSB is only supporting Canada’s investigation into the accident, not leading it.