AOPA President Mark Baker contacted NBC News to voice the association’s concern that the network’s coverage of a fatal crash in Georgia last week presents a skewed view of general aviation safety.
AOPA Questions NBC News Reporting on Georgia Midair
Key Takeaways:
- AOPA criticized NBC News for its coverage of a fatal general aviation (GA) crash, stating it presented a "skewed view" of GA safety.
- NBC's report focused on grim accident statistics without acknowledging the past decade's safety improvements or providing comparative context.
- AOPA and *Flying* magazine highlighted the positive impact of technological advancements and improved pilot training on GA safety.
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