EPAS 2025: Advancing Aviation Safety Management
Knowledge / March 5, 2025
Europe’s Record-Breaking Aviation Safety Performance
The latest aviation safety statistics tell a compelling story of success. In 2023, European skies witnessed an extraordinary achievement with 7.3 million flights operated without a single fatal accident involving European operators. On a global scale fatal accidents dropped significantly, from an average of 10 per year between 2020-2022 to just 2 in 2023.
This remarkable improvement resulted in the second-lowest fatality count in a decade, with 77 fatalities recorded worldwide. These figures taken from EASA’s Annual Safety Review 2024, show the tangible impact of coordinated safety initiatives across the European aviation sector, reinforcing its position as a global leader in aviation safety.
This remarkable improvement resulted in the second-lowest fatality count in a decade, with 77 fatalities recorded worldwide. These figures taken from EASA’s Annual Safety Review 2024, show the tangible impact of coordinated safety initiatives across the European aviation sector, reinforcing its position as a global leader in aviation safety.
EPAS 2025: A Comprehensive Safety Framework
The 2025 edition of the EPAS represents EASA’s most thorough approach to safety oversight yet. It identifies 211 safety issues, with 20 high-priority risks demanding immediate attention. Among these, eight newly emerging safety challenges reflect the dynamic nature of aviation safety and highlight the need for continuous adaptation in safety oversight.
To address these challenges, EASA has developed 150 specific safety actions focusing on proactive risk management to ensure that the aviation industry maintains its high standards of safety Strategic Evolution: A More Agile Approach
To enhance responsiveness, EASA has refined its safety planning strategy with a more agile approach, adopting a focused three-year reference period. This shorter cycle, adopted since the 12th edition, enables more targeted and responsive safety initiatives. allowing for quicker adaption to emerging safety concerns while maintaining the rigorous standards that have continuously enhanced European aviation safety.
“In 2023, there were 7.3 million safe flights in Europe with no fatal accidents, involving a European operator both for complex and non-complex aeroplanes. While this is clearly positive news, this result was only achieved by the entire industry focusing on safety as a priority. There is no room for complacency in aviation safety.”
Digital Resilience and Cybersecurity in Aviation Safety
EPAS 2025 reinforces the principles established in EASA’s Part-IS by emphasizing the critical connection between cybersecurity and aviation safety. As aviation systems become increasingly interconnected, this integrated approach to safety and IT security management becomes essential. The plan specifically addresses how organizations can maintain robust safety standards while strengthening their digital resilience.
Sustainability and Safety: A Dual Commitment
EASA is reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability alongside safety in civil aviation, strengthening the connection between environmental initiatives and safety oversight. Epas 2025 encourages aviation organizations to integrate environmental considerations into their safety management systems (SMS) ensuring compliance with both safety and environmental protection standards.
Future-Focused Safety Initiatives
Building on past achievements, EPAS 2025 prioritizes:
- Data-driven safety analysis to identify and mitigate risks efficiently
- Enhanced collaboration and coordination between national aviation authorities for improved oversight
- Advanced risk mitigation strategies
- Integration of new aviation technologies and operational concepts
Find all three volumes of the EPAS 2025 for download here.
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