Last year Quote by Anonymous
““In 2012, the last year for which full numbers are available, 726 cyclists lost their lives nationwide — almost two a day. It’s far safer to fly. In that same year, there were zero fatalities from commercial airplane accidents in the United States. The””
About This Quote
Source Report: US Cycling Fatalities Statistics, 2012, United States Department of Transportation
Cycling deaths far exceed airline fatalities, highlighting higher risk of biking compared to flying.
In simple terms: Cycling is riskier than flying.
Consider safety measures when cycling.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- commuting
- recreational biking
- policy making
- urban planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can cyclists reduce risk?
- What policies could improve bike safety?
Data may not reflect improvements in bike safety after 2012.