The Commission’s goal was an 80% improvement in fatal US air accidents in 10 years. The goal was presented in 1996. How did the government and industry do? A 65% improvement over the 10 years.

The New York Times story provides some details. See:

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/01/business/01safety.html?ei=5088&en=1d9c2a8e77c31d5b&ex=1348891200&adxnnl=1&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss&adxnnlx=1191254562-S7XAB0ob+jhm+JqZy0rfvA