> I still can't fathom that twin engine is now deemed safe for long haul flights. I always feel uneasy when crossing the Atlantic with one. If one engine fails

> I still can't fathom that twin engine is now deemed safe for long haul flights. I always feel uneasy when crossing the Atlantic with one. If one engine fails, you have another. If the second fails, you glide. Since 1953, there have been less than 50 airline flights that have required gliding: * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_airline_flights_that_required_gliding https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_airline_flights_that_r... Per the usual trope-y statistic: if you want a safe trip for your vacation, don't drive to the airport (which would be the riskiest leg of the journey).