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8. Does Less Price Mean Less Safety?

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If you have ever flown on a cheap airline, you could have questioned whether buying a discounted ticket meant you were playing with your safety. You need not be concerned, though. Airlines never compromise on safety while deciding ticket pricing, hence this is really important. Regardless of the ticket price, aviation authorities strictly control safety criteria and they are non-negotiable. Budget airlines' business strategy and operational practices explain why they can provide lower fares; they have nothing to do with sacrificing safety in order. Airlines typically personalise some elements of the trip experience, such seat choice, luggage taxes, and legroom space, for less costs. They might also run with a more affordable fleet, fly to secondary airports, or offer faster turn-around times between flights. Budget airlines also frequently feature more modern, fuel-efficient aircraft to help to control running expenses. Modern safety technologies and features abound on these more recent planes. Actually, some budget carriers have some of the youngest fleets in the business. Notwithstanding their pricing strategy, all commercial airlines have to follow the same strict safety rules established by aviation authorities such as the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) in Europe or the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the United States. These rules address everything from emergency protocols to pilot training and maintenance practices. Therefore, even if flying with a cheap airline could mean sacrificing some luxury or convenience, you can be confident that safety is not one of the areas where cuts are done. Go with an inexpensive flight without thinking about your safety; it will free you. Not in the basic safety of the aircraft or the crew's competency, but rather in service and amenities, the price reflects disparities.