EVA Air awarded Seven Star PLUS Safety Rating

Since AirlineRatings' inception 13 years ago, EVA Air has consistently ranked among the World's Safest Airlines. The Taiwanese carrier has never recorded a fatal passenger crash in its 34 years of operation. Now, following the successful completion of its onboard cabin safety audit, EVA Air has been elevated to a Seven Star PLUS safety rating.

The achievement places EVA Air within a select group of Seven Star PLUS carriers, including Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific and Air New Zealand, recognising its continued commitment to rigorous onboard operational standards supported by its excellent company-wide safety culture.

AirlineRatings.com CEO Sharon Petersen commented on the recognition: "What sets EVA Air apart as a Seven Star PLUS carrier is the precision of its onboard safety culture. Our auditor recorded the best pre-departure checks we have seen to date, carried out with a discipline and consistency that reflects an exceptional operation. EVA Air's performance was outstanding across every sector, and this rating recognises a team that refuses to settle for anything less than the highest standard."

On the latest recognition, EVA Air President Clay Sun said, “Safety is our most important and non-negotiable core value. By embedding this principle into every employee’s DNA, our team works relentlessly to deliver the highest level of safety for every passenger who chooses EVA Air. Receiving the AirlineRatings 7-Star Plus rating, after consistently maintaining a 7-Star safety rating since 2014, is not only a recognition of our team’s professionalism and dedication, but also a reminder of the responsibility we carry. We will continue to give 100 percent of our effort to repay the trust and confidence of every passenger traveling with EVA Air.”

Since the programme launched in October 2025, AirlineRatings has completed 13 onboard cabin safety audits, of which nine have had their previous Seven Star safety rating increased to a Seven Star PLUS.

Airlines that receive recommendations that do not meet the required threshold are given a clear and detailed pathway to qualification. Following the implementation of corrective measures, they are re-audited roughly six months later, at which point they may be elevated to a Seven Star PLUS safety rating.

READ: Air New Zealand earns top Seven Star PLUS safety rating

What is the Seven Star PLUS safety rating?

The Seven Star PLUS rating is awarded to airlines that:

• Already holds a Seven Star safety rating, which is determined by participation in IOSA, audits from local governing bodies, as well as the airline’s own safety or incident history.

• Successfully complete six anonymous onboard audits across a mix of domestic, international, short-haul, long-haul, day and overnight flights.

• Demonstrate consistent excellence across all 70 audit points across each of the six audit flights.

These audits are conducted by Airline Ratings’ own team, independent of airline influence, and designed to reflect real-world passenger experiences.

READ: AirlineRatings’ safety rating methodology

Why it matters

With nearly 40% of passengers reporting anxiety or fear of flying, a Seven Star PLUS safety rating provides a new level of reassurance. While traditional safety metrics focus on aircraft maintenance, operational excellence and regulatory compliance, this new rating highlights the human element, specifically how safety is communicated, enacted, and felt onboard.

Airlines not yet at the required Seven Star safety rating can still undergo reviews, receiving tailored feedback to help close safety gaps and improve their standing.

This initiative complements AirlineRatings mission: “Guiding you to the safest and best value airline for every journey.”

For enquiries on participating in Airline Ratings’ safety ratings, please contact Safety and Quality Manager, Josh Wood, at: [email protected].