Sentences with phrase «sheer number of flights»

They demonstrate that while mechanical problems are statistically inevitable given the sheer number of flights each day, flying is still by far the safest mode of travel.

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In statements on this issue, officials from the FAA have pointed out the vast difference in air traffic congestion in the US versus other countries, which is somewhat easy to believe given the geographical size of the country, the sheer numbers of commercial flights per day, and the lack of a solidly reliable and convenient train network.