Lowcost airlines in europe are just as safe if not more so than 'proper' airlines. We have to be one step ahead of the likes of BA, LH etc. People think that loco's are not as safe as other airlines. All aircraft flying into/out of and over the uk must be kept in excellent flying condition. As for the crew, nothing to worry about there. The are as highly trainned if not more so than BA, LH etc. ( may not be as polite, but thats because we have to put up with
who want something for nothing!)