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ANNUAL SAFETY REPORTANNUAL SAFETY REPORT
Collaborating towards
achieving the highest level of
safety in the Pan American Region”
- RASG-PA vision“
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results of the safety data review, the safety initiatives and other activities
undertaken by the group during the specified period. It is intended to
enhance awareness and promote a culture of safety among its members
and other stakeholders.
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completeness of the information presented in this report, there may be
unintentional errors or omissions.
Safety risks, practices and regulations change over time. The information
presented in this report is based on RASG-PA safety practices up until
the specified date. Subsequent developments or changes may not be
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should refrain from accessing or using this report.ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025 DISCLAIMER | PAGE 02DISCLAIMERDISCLAIMER
PAGE 04
Takeaways & RecommendationsPAGE 12
HRC - Loss of Control in Flight (LOC - I)
PAGE 07
Editorial: Regional Safety CollaborationPAGE 15
2024 Safety Data Charts
PAGE 08
Editorial: The Strength of PartnershipPAGE 18
2024 Safety Deliverables
PAGE 09
2024 Safety DataPAGE 19
Active and Future ProjectsPAGE 05
Drive Safety ImpactPAGE 13
HRC - Mid Air Collision (MAC)
PAGE 06
All in One PagePAGE 14
HRC - Runway Excursion (RE)PAGE 20
Safety Partners ProgrammePAGE 02
DisclaimerPAGE 10
2024 in Review
PAGE 21
The Role of ICAOPAGE 03
Table of ContentPAGE 11
HRC - Controlled Fligth into Terrain (CFIT)
PAGE 22
RASG-PA Members
PAGE 23
Map of the CST’s
PAGE 24
Evolution of GASP Implementation in PA*
PAGE 25
List of accidents - 2024
PA* : Pan America
Refers to all American countries: North,
Central and South. “Pan-“ from Greek means “all“ TABLE OF
CONTENTSCONTENTS
TAKEAWAYSTAKEAWAYS
& RECOMMENDATIONS
Adverse WeatherAdverse Weather
Adverse weather remains a leading factor in aviation incidents across the
Pan American region and has shown an upward trend in recent years,
intensified by the effects of climate change. This evolving risk highlights the
need to enhance predictive capabilities and adopt more advanced mitigation
strategies. Tools developed within RASG-PA are now more widely available,
supporting better decision-making and operational preparedness. To
maximize their effectiveness, States, service providers, and airlines must
continue to exchange information and apply harmonized solutions. Through
coordinated action, we can better understand turbulence-related hazards
and ensure robust defences against this growing safety challenge.Effective ImplementationEffective Implementation
The need for stronger implementation of safety initiatives remains clear.
Findings from recent audits and accident investigations reveal gaps in
applying agreed safety measures across several States. Collaborative Safety
Teams (CSTs) and RASG-PA programs have proven effective in supporting
States and operators, yet broader participation and alignment are needed
to fully realize their potential. By pooling expertise, streamlining processes,
and ensuring consistent application of best practices, we can accelerate
the achievement of safety objectives and strengthen operational resilience
across the region.Vigilance in a Changing WorkforceVigilance in a Changing Workforce
While global air traffic in 2024 surpassed 2019 levels, the commercial
aviation industry’s workforce is not the same as it was pre-pandemic.
Segments of the workforce, including many experienced pilots, airline
employees, technicians, and other professionals in various aviation
sectors took early retirement, did not return, or were laid off, resulting in a
considerable loss of institutional knowledge and experience. This systemic
change is compounded by departures from an aging demographic of pilots
and air traffic controllers. Concurrently, industry faces an ongoing pilot
shortage in certain regions and a lack of experienced technicians and air
traffic controllers to meet growing demand. All these conditions have the
potential to introduce new hazards in the aviation system, which requires
enhanced vigilance from aviation professionals to ensure to proactively
identify emerging unsafe conditions and ensure that safety management
processes are functioning effectively.Risk Management & SSPRisk Management & SSP
Many States continue to face difficulties implementing their State Safety
Programs (SSPs) effectively, limiting their ability to address emerging
safety risks. Monitoring under the Global Aviation Safety Plan (GASP)
shows that progress has been uneven, with some States lacking the
resources or tools to manage risk proactively. Addressing this challenge
requires simpler, more data-driven approaches supported by ICAO and
RASG-PA guidance. By adopting integrated methods and leveraging shared
resources, States can improve their capacity to identify hazards, prioritize
mitigation strategies, and achieve measurable safety improvements,
sustaining safer operations across Pan America.CollaborationCollaboration
Collaboration continues to be the foundation of RASG-PA’s most significant
safety achievements. The growth of Collaborative Safety Teams has brought
regulators, industry, and service providers together to develop practical solutions
to shared challenges. This approach has enabled more effective data sharing,
fostered a culture of transparency, and strengthened trust among stakeholders.
The success of the Safety Partners Program further illustrates how joint action
can drive measurable improvements in operational safety. By sustaining this
collaborative momentum, we are building a stronger, more united safety culture
— one where collective responsibility leads to lasting progress.As we reflect on the year’s performance, it’s clear that while significant
progress has been made, there are areas that require sustained attention.
Turbulence remains a prevalent issue, and we must remain vigilant
in monitoring precursor events to mitigate risks early. The success of
collaborative efforts, such as the RASG-PA Safety Partners program,
demonstrates the power of working together, but continued commitment is needed to fully leverage these initiatives. As we look ahead, it’s
crucial to strengthen State Safety Programs and risk management
frameworks to maintain momentum and drive further improvements. The
recommendations provided will guide us in addressing these challenges
head-on and ensuring a safer future for aviation in the region.ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025 TAKEAWAYS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | PAGE 04
“THE POWER OF
WORKING TOGETHER”
HOW WEHOW WE
RASG-PA advances aviation safety in the Pan America Region through an
integrated, collaborative, and data-driven strategy. Our work focuses on
supporting the GASP, strengthening safety culture, and addressing operational
risks proactively in partnership with States and industry.DRIVE SAFETYDRIVE SAFETY
IMPACTIMPACT
Information
& Analysis
Collect, interpret, and share
safety information to guide
smarter decision-making.
Strengthening
Resilience
Work collectively to reinforce
defenses, reduce vulnerabilities,
and enhance operational resilienceRisk Reduction
Initiatives
Develop and implement
targeted actions that lower the
likelihood of high-risk events.
Safety
Communication
Ensure timely, transparent
sharing of safety concerns,
findings, and mitigations.Partnership
Promote cooperation between
States, operators, and industry
groups to build shared solutions.Knowledge Sharing
Build networks and platforms
that spread proven practices
and innovative approachesANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
DRIVE SAFETY IMPACT | PAGE 05
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CST Implementation Guidance
Regional Aviation Safety Team - Pan America RASG-PA
Read information →
RASG-PA Safety Alerts
RSIA-01 Wrong Altimeter Setting
Read information →RASG-PA Safety Advisories
RSA-06 Key Safety Areas to Watch
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RSA-07C Mitigations for Controlled Flight Into Terrain
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RSA-08 Compatibility Issues Between Required
Landing Performance and Touchdown Zone Definition
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RSA-09 Mode Awareness and Energy State
Management Aspects of Flight Deck Automation
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RSA-10 Manual Flight Operations 10B
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RSA11 - Use of the traffic collision avoidance system (TCAS)
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RSA12 – Runway Excursion/Veer-off Prevention
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Turbulence Toolkit
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Coming from difficult times in the recovery of aviation since the
COVID-19 pandemic, these recent past years had been a good
reflection on how aviation in the Americas has retaken its positive
growth trend, underscoring the resilience and dynamism of the Pan
American aviation sector, with Latin America leading the global
recovery and North America continuing to expand through strong
domestic and outbound international demand. As such, I want to
highlight a fundamental truth: regional collaboration is not just a
strategy, it is the cornerstone of sustainable safety solutions.
In a region as diverse and dynamic as ours, with varying levels of
infrastructure, regulatory maturity, and operational complexity, the
challenges we face are multifaceted. Yet, despite these differences,
we are united by a common goal: to ensure that every flight, every
passenger, and every crew member travels safely. This goal cannot
be achieved in isolation. It demands cooperation, coordination, and
a collective vision.
Over the past year, RASG-PA has continued to demonstrate the power
of regional collaboration. Through our joint efforts—between States,
industry stakeholders, regional organizations, and international
partners—we have made meaningful progress in identifying risks,
sharing data, and implementing targeted mitigation strategies. The
Annual Safety Report reflects this progress, but more importantly, it
reflects the spirit of partnership that drives it.
One of the most impactful examples of this collaboration is the Data-
Driven Approach to Safety supported greatly by the RASG/PA Safety
Partners. By pooling safety data from across the region, we have
been able to identify emerging trends and proactively address them.
This shared intelligence has allowed us to move from reactive to
predictive safety management, a shift that is only possible through trust and transparency among our partners. This has impacted
strongly the success of RASG-PA’s data-driven, performance-based
safety initiatives.
Another key achievement has been the strengthening of our Safety
Enhancement Teams (SETs). These multidisciplinary groups bring
together experts from across the region to develop practical,
scalable solutions to specific safety challenges. Whether addressing
runway excursions, loss of control in-flight, or controlled flight into
terrain, the SETs exemplify how regional expertise can be harnessed
to create globally relevant solutions.
The Collaborative Safety Team (CST) has also demonstrated to be
a key initiative supported by RASG-PA to enhance aviation safety
through State-industry collaboration or regional safety partnership
in the Pan American region.
But collaboration is not just about working together, it’s about building
capacity. Through joint training programs, workshops, and peer-to-
peer exchanges, we are empowering States and organizations to
take ownership of safety initiatives. This capacity building ensures
that safety improvements are not only implemented but sustained
over time.
Under this framework, we must also recognize the role of regional
safety oversight organizations (RSOOs), such as CASSOS, ACSA,
and SRVSOP, in harmonizing standards and promoting best
practices. Their work in supporting States with limited resources
is a testament to the power of solidarity in aviation safety. When
one State strengthens its oversight capabilities, the entire region
benefits. Similarly, this is the case for the Regional Accident
Investigation Organizations (RAIOs) as regional mechanisms for
enhancing Safety AIG efficiency.Looking ahead, our focus must remain on sustainability. Sustainable
safety solutions are those that are resilient, adaptable, and
inclusive. They must be designed not only to address today’s risks
but also to anticipate tomorrow’s challenges. This means embracing
innovation, integrating environmental considerations, and ensuring
that safety remains a priority even in times of economic or political
uncertainty. To achieve this, we must continue to foster a culture
of collaboration. The Pan American region has already shown that
when we work together, we can achieve remarkable results. But
there is still much to be done.
As we move forward, let us reaffirm our commitment to the principles
that guide RASG-PA: collaboration, transparency, inclusivity, and
shared responsibility. Let us continue to build bridges between
States, between sectors, and between generations of aviation
professionals. And let us never forget that behind every safety
statistic is a human life that depends on our collective vigilance and
dedication.
All of this is included in ICAO’s long-term vision for aviation safety
and sustainability, deeply rooted in regional collaboration. As
traffic continues to grow and new challenges emerge, regional
mechanisms like RASG-PA will be essential to maintaining safety,
building resilience, and ensuring that the benefits of aviation are
equitably distributed across all States. States, industry and all
aviation stakeholders are urged to continue this active participation
and joint work under this regional collaboration scheme for the
benefit of our States and the region’s aviation.
Let us continue this journey—united in purpose, and unwavering in
our commitment to safety.
Thank you.REGIONAL SAFETY COLLABORATION | PAGE 07 ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
“REGIONAL SAFETY COLLABORATIONREGIONAL SAFETY COLLABORATIONAs we move forward, let us reaffirm our
commitment to the principles that guide
RASG-PA: collaboration, transparency,
inclusivity, and shared responsibility. ”JULIO SIUJULIO SIU
ICAO Deputy Regional Director NACC
In conclusion, the collective
commitment to collaboration is not only
essential but transformative — enabling
us to anticipate risks, act proactively,
and safeguard the skies for all.”“STRENGTH
OF PARTNERSHIPTHEAdvancing Aviation SafetyAdvancing Aviation Safety
Through CSTsThrough CSTs
The Regional Aviation Safety Group – Pan America (RASG-PA) continues
to strengthen aviation safety through CSTs, which unite States, operators,
and industry in a common mission. In 2024, progress was seen with the
PCAST in Peru, which remains active and focused on the transition to
Lima’s new airport, while Brazil’s BCAST launched new working groups
on turbulence, training, and human factors. There has also been interest
in expanding the CST approach in other States of the region, including
Chile and Mexico. These efforts reflect a shared commitment to proactive
risk management and collective safety improvements.
A Unified Vision for Safer DecisionsA Unified Vision for Safer Decisions
CSTs promote open dialogue and inclusive decision-making, ensuring
every participant has a voice. Recent discussions have focused
on improving accident analysis, learning from global data, and
developing tools to assess vulnerabilities and strengthen defences
against recurrent risks. By working together, stakeholders are better
prepared to anticipate challenges and implement effective solutions.
Collaboration as a CatalystCollaboration as a Catalyst
for Changefor Change
Working in isolation limits progress, but collaboration unlocks new
possibilities. By bringing together States, operators, and industry partners,
CSTs drive innovation and enhance safety across the region. Sharing
knowledge, experience, and resources allows us to tackle complex
challenges collectively and achieve results that would be impossible alone.
This united approach enriches decision-making, builds mutual trust, and
reinforces our shared responsibility for a safer aviation system.Shaping a Safer Future TogetherShaping a Safer Future Together
The progress achieved this year demonstrates the power of
collaboration. From harmonizing diagnostic tools to enhancing data-
sharing and training, RASG-PA and its partners are shaping a safer
aviation landscape. Together, we continue to transform challenges
into opportunities and build a future defined by trust, transparency,
and shared responsibility.
Strengthening Trust Through Strengthening Trust Through
Shared CommitmentShared Commitment
Trust is at the core of RASG-PA’s approach. CST forums provide
a neutral platform where sensitive safety data is shared openly,
enabling collective responses to systemic challenges. Recent
advances include closer integration with the Safety Partners
Program, expanded use of ASIAS data, and contributions to of
the Global Action Plan for the Prevention of Runway Incursions
(GAPPRI), all supporting safer operations across the region.Fostering a Culture of Safety Fostering a Culture of Safety
and Inclusionand Inclusion
CSTs show how States and industry can work side – by – side
to identify risks and put practical defences in place. Where
established, they have improved data sharing, strengthened trust
and accelerated safety solutions. Expanding this model across
more Pan American States will multiply these benefits and build a
stronger regional safety culture.
Collaborative Safety Teams (CSTs) remain at the heart of the Pan American
region’s aviation safety strategy. Over the past year, they have evolved into
vibrant platforms for sharing critical safety data, exchanging operational
insights, and fostering a deeper culture of trust between States, operators,
and industry stakeholders. By uniting around a shared vision and combining
expertise across borders, CSTs have accelerated the implementation of
safety measures and encouraged innovative solutions to address emerging
risks such as turbulence, runway excursions, unstable approaches, and
adverse weather. Together, we are shaping a stronger and more resilient
aviation system built on transparency, inclusion, and collective responsibilityANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025 THE STRENGTH OF PARTNERSHIP | PAGE 08
SAFETYSAFETY
DATADATA
IN REVIEWIN REVIEW20242024ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025 2024 IN REVIEW | PAGE 10
TRAFFIC TO/FROM
PAN AMERICANPAN AMERICAN
DOMICILED AIRLINES
TOTAL DEPARTURES
PASSENGER LOAD FACTOR
TOTAL SEAT CAPACITY
TOTAL PASSENGERS
DOMESTIC PASSENGERS
INTERNATIONAL PASSENGERS
YEAR-ON-YEAR TOTAL PASSENGER GROWTH
AIRLINES
CITY PAIRS
PAX RECOVERY FROM COVID
SHARE OF GLOBAL TRAFFIC
TOTAL FLEET (IN SERVICE & IN STORAGE)
SCHEDULE DELIVERIES BY 203012,845,429
80%
1,764,319,286
1,411,217,711
1,148,054,020
263,163,691
+5.1%
8,376
7.9%
30.1%
13,319
4,40013,390,360
80.4%
1,910,246,940
1,535,084,691
1,150,623,847
348,451,845
+5.4%
8,9425
5.1%
32.7%
Controlled FlightsControlled Flights
Into Terrain (CFIT)Into Terrain (CFIT)HRC - CONTROLLED FLIGHT INTO TERRAIN (CFIT) | PAGE 11
Controlled Flight Into Terrain is defined as an in-flight
collision or near collision with terrain, water, or obstacle
without indication of loss of control, in other words, the
aircraft is inadvertently flown into terrain or an obstacle.
These accidents are generally characterized by the flight
crew’s loss of situational awareness in the approach and
landing phase of flights.
ONEONE
ACCIDENTACCIDENT
IN THE LASTS TEN YEARS
66ACCIDENTS
on the last 10 years
FATALITIES
ON BOARD
on the last 10 years
5 YEAR AVERAGE
ACCIDENT RATE
since 2018 until todayANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
Most CFIT accidents
occur in the approach and
landing phase of flight. ”
- SKYbrary. CIFT Definition“ACCIDENT RATE
since 2018 until today7
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 20240 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Accidents
Accidents5 years average
accident rate
Fatalities0.901.00
0.02 0.03 0.02
0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.000.0161.00
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Loss of ControlLoss of Control
In-flight (LOC-I)In-flight (LOC-I)
Accidents categorized as LOC-I often have catastrophic
results with very few, if any, survivors. In order to
demonstrate that, the industry numbers show the
LOC-I category representing only 7% of all accidents
during the last 10 years (2013-2022). However, it
resulted in the highest percentage of fatal accidents
(49%) and fatalities (57%). Therefore, there is a high
fatality risk associated with these events.
5 YEAR AVERAGE
ACCIDENT RATE IS
IN 2024
0.080.082.02.0
6262ACCIDENTS
in the last 5 years
FATALITIES
in the last 5 years
ACCIDENT RATE
in 2024It is one of the most
complex accident
categories, involving
numerous contributing
factors. ”
- IATA“ACCIDENT RATE
was the highest on 2018120
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 20241
0.080.08 0.08
0.05 0.050.05
0.020.070.070.08 0.08
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024HRC - LOSS OF CONTROL IN-FLIGHT (LOC-I) | PAGE 12 ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
Accidents
AccidentsFatalities
on board
5 year average
accident rate0 0 0 0 0 0
Mid - AirMid - Air
Collision (MAC)Collision (MAC)
A Mid-Air Collision is an accident where two aircraft
encounter each other while both are in flight.
ONEONE
ACCIDENTACCIDENT
IN THE LAST 10 YEARS
One of the most hazardous
consequences of a loss of
separation between aircraft,
including as a result of
a level bust, is a mid-air
collision. ”
- SKYbrary“0.080.08
00ACCIDENT
registered since 2015
FATALITIES
ON BOARD
since 2015
5 YEAR AVERAGE
ACCIDENT RATE
registered in 2024ACCIDENT RATE
registered since 2015 2
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 20241 1HRC - MID-AIR COLLISION (MAC) | PAGE 13 ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
Accidents
Accident
rateFatalities
on board
5 year average
accident rate0.51.5
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
0.010.08 0.08 0.08
0 0 0 0 0 00.0160.0320 0
RunwayRunway
Excursion (RE)Excursion (RE)
A veer off or overrun off the runway surface:
A runway excursion occurs when an aircraft departs
the runway in use during the take-off or landing run.
The excursion may be intentional or unintentional.
THE ACCIDENTS RATE
INCREASEINCREASE
TO 0.15TO 0.15
IN THE LAST YEAR A runway excursion
occurs when an aircraft
unintentionally leaves
the designated runway
surface during take-off or
landing. This can be either
a veer-off (deviating off
the side) or an overrun
(going beyond the end). ”“
00ACCIDENTS
registered since 2015
FATALITY
in the last 5 years
5 YEAR AVERAGE
ACCIDENT RATE
registered in 20242015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 20246
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 20240.70
0.100.080.150.38
0.230.200.220.36 0.330.30
0.00HRC - RUNWAY EXCURSION (RE) | PAGE 14 ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
00 01Accidents
Accident
rateFatalities
on board
5 year average
accident rate
2024 SAFETY DATA CHARTS | PAGE 15 ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
SAFETY
DATA CHARTS20242024
ACCIDENTS
FATALITIES AND
2 FATAL ACCIDENTS
ACCIDENT RATE
GLOBAL ACCIDENT RATE2024 ACCIDENT DATA
The Rate of the values 3.25 and
2.56 is per 1 million departures.EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION 69.83%EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION 69.83% EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION BY STATEEFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION BY STATE
5 YEAR ACCIDENT RATE MOVING AVERAGE5 YEAR ACCIDENT RATE MOVING AVERAGELEG79.25%
70.52%79.60%
72.34%84.21%
54.69%63.85%73.87%74.63%
67.17%73.84%72.94%72.52%
59.72%69.83%
58.12%62.66%
ORG PEL OPSA IR AIGA NS AGA CE1 CE2 CE3 CE4 CE5 CE6 CE7 CE8
BRAZI L
CHIL E
NICARA GUA
CUBA
VENEZUELA
USA
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
BOLIVI A
HONDURAS
PERU
CONS TA RIC A
EL SALV ADOR
GUATEMAL A
COL OMBIA
JAMAIC A
URUG UAY
TRINID AD AND TO BAGO
GUAYANA
PARAGUAY
CANA DA
BAHAMAS
ARGENTIN A
SURINAME
PANAM A
MEXICO
BARBADOS
ANTIG UA AND BARBU DA
GRENAD A
SAINT KIT TS AND NEVI S
SAINT L UCI A
SAINT VINCEN T
BELIZE
ECUA DOR
HAIT I95.1%
93.9%
93.6%
92.7%
92.2%
89.1%
90.5%
90.2%
88.8%
88.7%
88.3%
87.5%
87.5%
81.5%
80.2%81.7%
80.6%
63.4%
61.4%65.1%
61.2%
59.4%
52.4%
55.2%
48.7%
48.7%48.7%
48.7%
48.7%
47.7%
42.1%
4.9%51.6%69.2%
RASG-PA ACCIDENT RATE BY YEARRASG-PA ACCIDENT RATE BY YEAR RASG-PA FATAL ACCIDENT RATE BY YEARRASG-PA FATAL ACCIDENT RATE BY YEARRASG-PA ACCIDENTS BY YEARRASG-PA ACCIDENTS BY YEAR RASG-PA FATALITIES BY YEARRASG-PA FATALITIES BY YEARSAFETY DATA CHARTS | PAGE 16 ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
2015 2014 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 202460
2015 2014 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 20241
2.522.80 2.82
2013 2015 2017 2019 2021 2023 20250.4
2013 2015 2017 2019 2021 2023 202 50.160.18
2RegionRegionTotal
WorldWorldFatal
NUMBER OF FATALITIESNUMBER OF FATALITIESBY OCCURRENCE CATEGORYBY OCCURRENCE CATEGORYACCIDENTSACCIDENTS SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL
ABOVE 5700 KGABOVE 5700 KGBY FLIGHT PHASEBY FLIGHT PHASESAFETY DATA CHARTS | PAGE 17
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AMAN
F.POST
CFIT
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MAC
LOC-I
LOC-GF-N I
BIRD
WSTR W
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ADRM18
2015 2014 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 20242 1114
2015 2014 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
02 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 5 0 0
AccidentsFatal
accidentsANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
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SAFETYSAFETY 20242024 DELIVERA BLES2024 SAFETY DELIVERABLES | PAGE 18 ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
RASG-PA Safety Issue
Alert (RSIA-01) – Wrong
Altimeter Setting
First issue of RSIA published to raise awareness among
airlines and ANSPs about the risk of incorrect altimeter
settings during RNAV approaches at airports without ILS.
More information >>Turbulence
Risk Mitigation
RASG-PA Turbulence Safety Video produced and made
available for streaming to members.
More information >>RSA11 - Use of the traffic collision
avoidance system (TCAS)
Guidance for operators on proper use of TCAS to prevent
mid-air collisions.
More information >>RASG - PA Safety Advisory 10B - Manual
Flights Operation
Brazilian BCAST Runway Safety WG finalized an Operational
Safety Diagnostic Tool for Aerodrome Risk Management
with Brazilian Technological Institute of Aeronautics (ITA)
academic support for 2024.
More information >>Upset Prevention and Recovery Training
(UPRT) Workshop
Conducted in Miami in October 2024, hosted by ATR,
with simulator sessions for State regulators and industry
participants. Follow-up planned for 2025 to expand
participation and assess regulatory adoption.
Runway Safety Initiatives Global Action
Plan for the Prevention of Runway
Incursions (GAPPRI)
RASG-PA contributed to the final release of GAPPRI Volumes
I & II in August 2024, which include 127 recommendations
and associated GEMs (guidance and best practices)Cooperation and teamwork
are essential to achieving
the group’s objectives.”
- RASG - PA/14“
ACTIVE AND FUTURE PROJECTS | PAGE 19
ACTIVE AND FUTURE
PROJECTSPROJECTSANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
Adverse Weather Project
Adopt B-CAST Bulletin “Operação em
Meteorologia Adversa” as an RSA
Estimated publication date: Dec 2025
Language Proficiency Project
Development and delivery of English training for
CAR/SAM air traffic controllers by Embry-Riddle
Aeronautical University
Contract formalization & rollout during 2025 - 2026Revision of RSA -07B (CFIT)
Surveys to States and operators deployed in late 2024
to assess the implementation of recommendationsRunway Safety Tracker
Adapt APRAST GAPPRI Tracker
Estimated Delivery by PA-RAST/70
Video on preventing
turbulence - related injuries
Available for RASG-PA Members2nd Workshop on Upset Prevention
and Recovery Training (UPRT)
Delivery date: February 2026
Lithium Battery Fire Risk Project
RASG-PA Safety Issue Alert
Establish ad hoc group
Deliverable by PA-RAST/69Aviation Safety Action Programme
(ASAP) Implementation Project
Delivery date: TBDProject on the study of the causes
of the low implementation of the SSP
Estimated Delivery dates: TDB
Availability of all RASG-PA
documents in English and Spanish
Annually
SAFETY PARTNERS PROGRAMMEPROGRAMME
The RASG-PA Safety Partners Programme is a collaborative initiative designed to strengthen the Pan-American
Regional Aviation Safety Team (PA-RAST) risk management cycle. Through voluntary participation, industry
partners contribute safety intelligence, share operational experience, and validate mitigation measures,
ensuring that the work of RASG-PA remains practical, effective, and relevant for the region.
The programme focuses on five core areas:
• Risk Identification: Safety Partners support PA-RAST in identifying and prioritising emerging safety
concerns, using information drawn from flight data monitoring, safety reports, and operational experience.
• Information Exchange: Safety-critical data, lessons learned, and oversight observations are shared in a
timely manner, enriching regional safety awareness and strengthening the ability to respond to hazards.
• Validation of Safety Products: Partners review and provide feedback on draft Safety Advisories (RSAs)
and Safety Issue Alerts (RSIAs), helping ensure recommendations are feasible, clear, and adaptable to
different operational contexts.
• Engagement and Networking: Safety Partners are invited to PA-RAST meetings, workshops, and
conferences, with opportunities to present their top safety priorities and exchange perspectives with
States and international organisations.
• Joint Safety Events: RASG-PA and its Safety Partners collaborate in selected forums and technical events,
enhancing cross-industry cooperation and building shared solutions to pressing safety challenges.
By establishing this framework, the programme fosters trust and mutual benefit. States gain access to
real-world safety insights, while industry partners influence the development of measures that directly
affect their operations. Together, the RASG-PA Safety Partners Programme is helping to build a sustainable,
collaborative platform to address the region’s most urgent safety risks.SAFETY PARTNERS PROGRAMME | PAGE 20 ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
“WE AREWE ARE
BETTER TOGETHERBETTER TOGETHER”
Current Safety PartnersCurrent Safety Partners
ICAO plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe,
orderly, efficient, and sustainable development of
international civil aviation by establishing global
standards, facilitating cooperation, and assisting
member States in implementing effective
aviation practices.
ICAO Assembly Resolution A36-7 relative
to Global Planning for Safety and Efficiency,
recognizes the importance of regional and
national plans and initiatives based on the global
framework for effective implementation; and
that further progress in improving global and
efficiency of civil aviation is best achieved through
a cooperative, collaborative and coordinated
approach in partnership with all stakeholders
under the leadership of ICAO. Under this mandate,
the Regional Aviation Safety Group - Pan America
(RASG-PA) was created in May 2008, with the
objective of developing initiatives for aviation
safety, to reduce aviation risks in the Region,
promote its implementation by all stakeholders
and improve the harmonization and coordination
of efforts.Following the example of RASG-PA, the ICAO
Council approved in May 2010 the creation of
equivalent groups in all regions of the world, with
the aim of supporting a regional performance
framework for the management of safety.
In this context, the ICAO NACC and SAM
communication and neutrality among all RASG-
PA members and stakeholders, as well as with
ICAO Headquarters and the other RASGs.ICAOICAOTHE ROLE OF
RASG - PARASG - PAEASPGEASPG
RASG-AFIRASG-AFIRASG-MIDRASG-MID
RASG-APACRASG-APAC
RASG-OCRASG-OCEuropean and North
Atlantic (EUR/NAT)
Office
Eastern and
Southern AfricanNADI
Oceania OfficeWestern and
Central AfricanAsia and Pacific
(APAC) Sub - officeMiddle East
(MID) Office
North American, Central
American and Caribbean
(NACC) Office
South American
(SAM) OfficeAsia and Pacific
(APAC) OfficeANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025 THE ROLE OF ICAO | PAGE 21
ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025 RASG-PA MEMBERS | PAGE 22
RASG-PA Member StatesRASG-PA Member States RASG-PA Member TerritoriesRASG-PA Member Territories
RASG-PA Safety PartnersRASG-PA Safety Partners CollaboratingCollaborating
CST’sCST’sOrganizations and IndustryOrganizations and Industry
Brazil BCAST
Canada CAG
Peru PCAST
US CAST
CTS’sCTS’sMAP OF THE
USA CASTUSA CAST
19971997CANADA CAGCANADA CAG
PERU PCASTPERU PCAST
BRASIL BCASTBRASIL BCAST
20232023MEXICOMEXICO
CHILECHILE
ARGENTINAARGENTINA
COLOMBIACOLOMBIA
Actively collaborating
with RASG-PA
In the process of
formation, or expected
to collaborate with
RASG-PA on 2025.ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025 MAP OF THE CTS’s | PAGE 23
EVOLUTION OF GASP IMPLEMENTATION IN PAN AMERICAN | PAGE 24
Evolution of GASPGASP implementation
in Pan American
GASP Goals RASG-PA indicator Value 2021 Value 2022 Value 2023 Value 2024
Continue with the downward
trend in the accident rateAccident rate for the last 5 years 3.21 3.09 3.07 2.88
Accident rate 2.8 2.97 2.82 3.25
Number of fatal accidents 0 2 0 2
Fatal Accident Rate 0 0.17 0 0.15
Risk of Fatality 0.23 0.11 0.003 0.08
Effective implementation (EI) of
States reaches 75% by 2024Effective implementation 72.16 71.7 70.37 69.83
Percentage of States with effective
implementation greater than 75%72.2 65.56 52.94 48.57
By 2023, all States establish the
foundation for an SSPAverage of implementation of the SSP
foundation70.44 79.6 74.8 72.74
SSP Establishment Average 31.73 28.55 54.35 54.8
By 2024, all the States publish a
National Aviation Safety Plan (NASP)Percentage of the States that have
published their National Safety Plan43.32 75.53 73.53 73
Keep a growing trend in the industry
contribution to States and regions in
terms of safety information exchange
networksNumber of IOSA operators 81 78 77 78
By 2025, maintain an increasing
trend of States with air navigation
and aerodrome infrastructure that
meets relevant ICAO standards.Effective Implementation in AGA 63.89 64.38 61.5 62.67
Effective Implementation in ANS 67.68 66.96 65.33 63.79
Percentage of certified aerodromes 53.14 58.85 60.43 60.43
Percentage of aerodromes with
Runway Safety (RST)46.54 45.67 54.15 54.14ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025
ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT 2025 LIST OF ACCIDENTS | PAGE 25
20242024LIST OF
ACCIDENTSLocal Date
1/2/2024
1/5/2024
1/5/2024
1/10/2024
1/21/2024
1/23/2024
2/8/2024
2/9/2024
2/10/2024
2/18/2024
3/3/2024
3/8/2024
3/9/2024
3/14/2024
3/23/2024
3/28/2024
3/30/2024
4/3/2024
4/3/2024
4/7/2024
4/13/2024
4/26/2024
5/3/2024
6/4/2024
6/7/2024
6/17/2024
6/28/2024
7/1/2024
7/16/2024
8/4/2024
8/7/2024
8/8/2024
8/9/2024
8/19/2024
8/31/2024
9/10/2024
9/19/2024
10/24/2024
10/24/2024
10/24/2024
10/29/2024
11/3/2024
11/9/2024
11/18/2024
11/19/2024
11/20/2024
11/23/2024
11/27/2024
12/18/2024
12/26/2024
12/28/2024
12/29/2024*State / Area
United States
Argentina
United States
United States
Canada
Canada
United States
United States
United States
Colombia
United States
United States
United States
United States
Panama
United States
Canada
United States
United States
Canada
Canada
United States
United States
Canada
Argentina
United States
Canada
Atlantic Ocean
United States
United States
United States
United States
Brazil
United States
United States
United States
United States
Canada
United States
Canada
United States
Jamaica
Brazil
United States
Canada
United States
Brazil
Canada
United States
United States
Canada
United StatesHighets Damage
Substantial
Substantial
Substantial
Substantial
Substantial
Destroyed
Substantial; Minor
Destroyed
None
None
Substantial
Substantial
None
None
Substantial
None
Substantial
None
None
Minor
Substantial
None
Substantial
Substantial
Substantial
Substantial
Substantial
Minor
None
None
None
None
Destroyed
None
Substantial
Substantial
None
Substantial
Substantial
Substantial
Substantial
None
Destroyed
None
Substantial
None
None
Substantial
Substantial
None
Substantial
NoneInjury Level
None
None
None
None
None
Fatal
None
Fatal
Serious
Serious
None
None
Serious
Serious
None
Serious
None
Serious
Serious
Serious
None
Serious
Minor
None
None
None
None
Serious
Serious
Serious
Serious
Serious
Fatal
Serious
None
Minor
Serious
None
None
Minor
None
Serious
None
Serious
None
Serious
Serious
None
None
Serious
None
SeriousFatalities
0Flight Phase
Landing
Landing
Enroute
Landing
Landing
Initial climb
Standing; Taxi
Approach
Enroute
Enroute
Taxi
Taxi
Enroute
Enroute
Landing
Enroute
Landing
Enroute
Enroute
Standing
Landing
Enroute
Landing
Landing
Landing
Enroute
Landing
Enroute
Taxi
Enroute
Enroute
Enroute
Enroute
Enroute
Taxi
Taxi
Enroute
landing
Landing
Enroute
Landing
Enroute
Enroute
Enroute
Landing
Enroute
Enroute
Landing
Enroute
Enroute
Landing
EnrouteOCC Category
RE
ARC
SCF-NP
ARC
ARC
CFIT
GCOL
UNK
TURB
TURB
ADRM
LOC-G
TURB
TURB
ARC
TURB
USOS
TURB
TURB
RAMP
ARC
TURB
ARC
ARC
SCF-NP
SCF-NP
ARC
TURB
AMAN
TURB
TURB
TURB
LOC-I
TURB
GCOL
GCOL
MAC
ARC
SCF-NP
BIRD
ARC
TURB
F-NI
TURB
RE
TURB
TURB
SCF-NP
SCF-NP
TURB
SCF-NP
TURBManufacturer / Model
LEARJET 35
BOEING 737-800
BOEING 737-9
BOEING 737-900
AIRBUS A350-900
BAE JETSTREAM 3200
AIRBUS A321-200; AIRBUS A321-200
BOMBARDIER CL600 2B16-600
BOEING 777-200
BOEING 767-300
FAIRCHILD SA227-AT
BOEING 737-8
BOEING 737-700
BOEING 737-800
BOEING 767-300
BOEING 757-232
DHC-8-314
BOEING 737-700
BOEING 717-200
BOEING 737-8
DE HAVILLAND CANADA DHC8-400
BOEING 757-200
EMBRAER EMB-145LR
DE HAVILLAND CANADA DHC8-400
FAIRCHILD SA227-AC METRO III
BOEING 767-316 ER
DE HAVILLAND CANADA DHC8-400
BOEING 787-9
AIRBUS A320-200
BOEING 777-200
BOEING 737-700
AIRBUS A321-200
ATR ATR72-200
BOEING 737-700
AIRBUS A330-300; AIRBUS A350-1000
AIRBUS A350-900; BOMBARDIER CL600 2D24-900
BOEING 757-200
DE HAVILLAND CANADA DHC-8-400
BOEING 737-9
BOEING 737 MAX 8
AIRBUS A300 F4-622R
BOEING 767-300
BOEING 737-400
BOEING 757-200
BOEING 767-300
EMBRAER ERJ 170-200 LR
BOEING 777-200
BOEING 737-400
LOCKHEED 382G-44K-30
BOEING 737-9
DE HAVILLAND CANADA DHC-8-400
BOEING 767-300*The list corresponds to commercial aviation
accidents involving aircraft with a mass
greater than 5,700 kg.
EDITION 2025
RASG - PA
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