The Joint Committee on Aviation Pathology, sometimes simply referred to as the Aviation Pathology Committee, has a significant role in ensuring the safety of air travel. However, there are several synonyms for this term that can also be used. These include the Aviation Pathology Working Group, Aviation Pathology Board, and Aviation Pathology Panel. Additionally, the term "aviation pathology" can be substituted with "aircraft pathology" or "aeromedical pathology". Regardless of the specific terminology used, the purpose of these committees, boards, and working groups remains the same: to investigate and develop standards and protocols to prevent aviation accidents and to analyze and improve medical care for those involved in aviation incidents.