How many plane crashes ever?

Estimating the total number of plane crashes is challenging due to varying definitions and record-keeping practices. However, it's estimated that since the dawn of aviation in the early 20th century, there have been tens of thousands of aviation accidents, including both commercial and general aviation incidents. The Aviation Safety Network reported over 20,000 aviation accidents, but this includes non-fatal incidents as well. The number of fatal crashes is significantly lower, with recent years seeing improvements in safety measures and technology.