Illustration of airplane cabin. Credit: Best Content Production Group / Getty Images Seats near the back of the plane are often safer during crashes due to impact dynamics.Paying attention to safety briefings and knowing exit locations can improve chances of evacuation.Air travel remains one of the safest transportation modes, with minimal accident rates. While recent incidents may have given some travelers pause before flying the friendly skies, it's important to remember that air travel is still one of the safest forms of transportation. Passenger planes have hundreds of seats set across different cabins, and exact layouts can vary depending on the airline or aircraft model. But—as some travelers may wonder as they choose their seats during the flight-booking process—does that mean some seats on the plane are safer to sit in than others? Travel + Leisure consulted several leading aviation safety experts to find out exactly what passengers need to know about the safest seats on an airplane.…