Someone was talking about 'accidents' and 'airplanes' one time and the single thing I remember most- which I've taken to heart for a lot of other circumstances- is the fact that they are virtually non-existent when it comes to flying. An accident, by definition, cannot be prevented. The greatest number of airplane 'accidents' are attributed to pilot error. In most cases the pilot made an error or errors. In the smaller percentage of cases, the causes are still almost always attributable to human error or negligence, often maintenance or inspection shortcuts.
Pick up a copy of: Alaska s Heroes: A Call to Courage (Paperback): Nancy Warren Ferrell
It's got a few good ones.
