EVA Air

EVA Air has maintained an impeccable safety record, with no major accidents or fatalities since its establishment in 1989. The airline has consistently prioritized flight safety, earning global recognition. Minor incidents reported in recent years include a tail scrape on go-around, cabin pressurization issues, a nose gear problem, turbulence causing injuries, and a cracked windshield. Older, less serious incidents from 1993 and 2002 involved an illegal left turn, taking off with insufficient fuel, a hard landing, and a chemical spill, all of which were resolved without major consequence.

The airline holds significant regulatory certifications. EVA Air was the first airline in Taiwan to receive the biennial IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) certification and has consistently achieved this distinction since 2005 with outstanding results, including "zero findings" for seven consecutive times. Furthermore, EVA Air is not included on the EU Air Safety List, which bans or restricts carriers that do not fulfill international safety standards.

EVA Air operates a modern fleet of aircraft. While individual aircraft ages vary, the fleet includes relatively new Boeing 787-10s (average age 2.6 years) and 787-9s (average age 4.1 years), as well as Airbus A330-300s (average age 8 years) and Boeing 777-300ERs (average age 9.9 years). The airline has a strong maintenance reputation, partly due to its partnership with General Electric in operating Evergreen Aviation Technologies Corporation (EGAT), which provides heavy maintenance and aircraft overhaul services for EVA Air and other carriers.

Based on available data, EVA Air has an excellent overall safety assessment. It has consistently been ranked among the world's safest airlines by reputable organizations. For instance, EVA Air ranks seventh among AirlineRatings.com's "Top 25 Safest Full-Service Airlines for 2025," marking its twelfth consecutive year on this prestigious list. The airline has also received numerous safety awards and recognitions, including the coveted Skytrax 5-star airline rating, which acknowledges both service excellence and a commitment to safety. EVA Air was also recognized by SKYTRAX as the "World's Cleanest Airline".