Aviation Injuries

In-Flight Injuries Caused by Airline Negligence

Aviation is known as the safest form of travel statistically, but when plane crashes occur they tend to be extremely serious. Aviation accidents can involve tremendous speed and impacts much greater than any car crash. However, while many aviation accidents include fatalities, non-fatal injuries are far more common than deaths. If you have been seriously injured in any type of aviation accident, you have rights that can be protected by an aviation lawyer.

Non-Fatal Injury Accidents

According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), in 2010 there were 1,331 airplane crashes. Of those, 1,043 involved injuries but no fatalities. Only 221 of the plane crashes involved fatalities. Similarly, of the helicopter accidents that occurred in 2010, 106 involved injuries and 26 involved deaths.

According to the statistics, people are more likely to be injured in aviation accidents than killed. Unfortunately, the injuries you are likely to receive from aviation accidents are quite serious.

Types of Injuries from Aviation Accidents

The types of injuries involved in plane crashes and helicopter crashes tend to be very serious. Injuries can include:

  • Severe wounds – wounds from broken glass, loose debris, or impalement from metal objects
  • Fractures – broken bones are common as a result of impact and inertia
  • Amputations – limbs can be severed in the crash or require amputation from crushing injuries
  • Brain injuries – impacts to the head from the hull of aircraft, seats, flying debris, or other passengers can cause traumatic brain injuries
  • Burn injuries – burns can cause life-threatening infections and leave disfiguring scars
  • Spinal Injuries – any injury to the spinal cord risks partial or full paralysis

Severe injuries caused by airplane and helicopter crashes can have a devastating impact on the quality of life for victims and their families. An attorney may be able to help you recover compensation to help ensure the best in treatment and care. A financial recovery can also help ease the stress of the situation as you and your family learn to cope with the new hardships you face.

Contact an aviation lawyer today to find out if you qualify to receive financial compensation.