How many complete engine failures (as in all engines on the aircraft) failures of airliners have we had in the time since turbine/turbojet/turbofan engines have been the primary type of power?
In light of the "bazillion" hours flown I would imagine that number is still awfully small.
Again...we accept risks or there would be no flying done ever.
The question is to define what is an "acceptable risk"?
I would climb into a US Air flight today without any hesitation.....beyond the normal reluctance to be a back seat driver.
I cannot say that about a HEMS ride in this country however....no thank you...I will go by ground!