Airplane Accidents
Though airplane accidents may seem like common occurrences because of the news coverage they get, in reality, the total number of airplane accidents is just a fraction of the number of auto accidents that occur each year.
Unfortunately, the rarity of airplane accidents does not mean that they are not dangerous or deadly. If you or your loved one suffered an injury after being in an airplane accident, contact the Philadelphia airplane accident lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 215-238-1130.
Causes of Accidents
Most airplane accidents occur when a plane has been poorly maintained, but some also occur when the plane has not been designed or manufactured well. Some additional causes of airplane accidents are:
- Engine failure
- Wing defects
- Pilot error
Each of these causes may be the result of negligence on the part of the airplane engineers, the mechanics, or the flight crew. When this negligence leads to an accident, innocent passengers often suffer. Airplane accidents are often deadly, as they involve high speeds and great altitudes. Additionally, because of the amount of jet fuel planes hold, accidents always present a fire hazard, and some planes crash into bodies of water, which presents a drowning hazard. No matter what the cause of the accident or injury was, those responsible should be held accountable for the injuries and deaths their actions caused.
Contact Us
Airplane accidents often lead to serious injuries or death. If you or someone you love has been injured in an airplane accident, the Philadelphia airplane accident attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. will fight for you. Contact us today at 215-238-1130 for more information.