As already said I think technology will increase in the future to perhaps make air travel even safer despite growth. And in Europe a single air traffic controlled system too will go a long way to make the skies even safer.
However I do feel the true test will be shown when (and heaven forbid) something serious occurs onboard an A380 which may result in a full evacuation of a large jet. I know it safely past the test but at the same time, having to evacuate a full one (particularly EK when they introduce their high density ones) is a scary thought!