
Global Airlines Push for Higher Pilot Age Limit Amid Soaring Demand
Published on: Aug. 28, 2025, 6:25 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The International Air Transport Association has proposed raising the pilot retirement age from 65 to 67. The United Nations' aviation agency will review this during its General Assembly. U.S. pilot unions oppose the change, citing safety concerns, but global demand for pilots remains high.