Trump draws rebukes after touting aviation safety record

By David ShepardsonWASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump took credit on Tuesday for a record year of safety for commercial aviation in 2017, swiftly drawing criticism and derision from commentators who said the achievement reflected trends predating his administration."Since taking office I have been very strict on Commercial Aviation.Good news - it was just reported that there were Zero deaths in 2017, the best and safest year on record!" Trump tweeted on Tuesday.