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Current aviation safety practices have evolved significantly since 2005. Industry leaders now prioritize the potential passenger and public perception of decisions made during flights, a shift from Pure operational focus. As such, flight crews are instructed to divert to a suitable airport in cases where engine challenges arise rather than risk continuing a journey, even if the aircraft may be technically airworthy.
Tim Steeds, BA's former head of safety and security, emphasized that under similar conditions today, a flight crew would opt to divert to an airport along their route, reflecting a more cautious approach to flight safety.