Highest rate of aviation incidents since 2007

The Irish aviation sector recorded the highest level of accidents and serious incidents in recent years during 2011, the annual safety performance review of the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) reveals.

Four non-fatal accidents and 14 serious incidents involving Irish-registered commercial aircraft were reported last year.

The combined total of 18 incidents and accidents — despite the absence of fatalities — is the highest level since 2007.