Is flying in winter safe

Answer 1

Yes, de-icing operations, advanced navigation, and seasoned pilots make winter flying safe. But expect delays, turbulence, and low visibility. Take early morning flights and ask about airline policies on cancellations.

Answer 2

Flying in winter is as safe as flying in the summer months.

There are some additional concerns, such as ice on the wings and ice on runways. There are also fewer travellers and this means fewer aircraft flying around, and presumably less chances they can bump into each other.