Originally Posted by
DamnThatWasFast
If you look at the AA retirements. Many are retiring before 65, not many want to stay to 65 never mind 67. Plus, to get to 67 you have to stay healthy. Also a challenge. I wouldn't worry about 67 rule, not likely to happen any ways.
It could probably slow down the party but not a whole lot. So, the numbers for now are showing most do not retire before 65. If you are at 65 chances are you are healthy enough to fly to 67. Finally everything happening to the industry now will probably change the retirement age if only temporarily. None of this should change outlook for a new hire though. For the OP, you are to be justifiably concerned about AA's debt level. Its not going to go away no matter how robust the industry remains. Widebody or not, commuting or not, the health of your career airline will affect your life more than anything else. I have witnessed it. I have experienced it. Good luck in your decision though however you choose.