ASEF has made several articles available in PROP WASH and on the internet to help improve pilot safety in 1999. National data is still preliminary subject to some change. But certain conclusions can be made to help our members enjoy safe flights in 2000. The number one cause of fatalities is continued VFR flight intoinstrument conditions. The number two cause of fatalities is in slow maneuvering flight.
Accidents usually happen when pilots conduct buzzing, or excessively low level scenic flight.
This is easily prevented. Passengers can take a zoom lense for a closer look at a sight. Finally, I offer a personal opinion that many accidents could be prevented by avoiding flight when we are rushed, weary, distracted or physically ill. Safe flight requires all of our senses to be keen. Tired or distracted pilots make poor decisions about weather, departure times, aircraft and pilot capabilities.