Safety stats, newer vs. older GA airplanes

[msa62001]

Anyone familiar with data on the safety of newer versus older GA airplanes, controlling for other factors (wx, pilot experience, maintenance, etc.). Are newer planes meaningfully safer, are they no safer, or is it too complicated to unpack, given all the factors? thx

 

[Jim Logajan]

I believe insurance companies offer discounts for aircraft having ballistic parachutes, airbags, and thermal imaging systems, among other optional safety features. You're more likely to find these available only on newer model aircraft.