TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taiwan's EVA Airlines has been ranked the 14th safest airline in the world in 2024 by Australian airline review site AirlineRatings.com, announced on Jan. 3. The annual list features the top 25 safest airlines, assessed from 385 carriers.
Holding the coveted title of the world's safest airline for 2024 is Air New Zealand. Following closely are Qantas, Virgin Australia, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates, All Nippon Airways, Finnair, Cathay Pacific Airways, and Alaska Airlines in respective order from second to tenth on the list.
EVA Air is the only company from Taiwan to attain a top 25 position. Japan Airlines, which was involved in a collision on Jan. 2, landed in the 20th spot.
Carriers are evaluated based on several criteria by AirlineRatings.com. These parameters include safety measures, flight records, serious accident records, pilot training, the age of their fleet, and more.
According to Editor-in-Chief Geoffrey Thomas, carriers making it into the top 25 are considered the crème de la crème of the aviation industry. These airlines have established a strong reputation, particularly in safety, innovation, and the introduction of new airplanes.