Originally Posted by
scrmhalf
I watched the interview. Buttigeig doesn’t say yes or no. Classic non answer. What he says is at this point he’s seen no evidence of extending the age won’t be a risk.
My sense is that will change and if the govt determines Age 67 will help with the pilot shortage they will change it without a thought
Same for dropping the entry level from
1500hrs- 750hrs.
Last time, it basically happened overnight.
ALPA quickly changed its stance so it could affect the legislatation
Nothing in transportation comes without risk except filthy pants. I understood him to indicate no call for change at this time. Some not yet 60 aren't what they used to be. Could others pass muster +65, absolutely. Checking events and Class 1 renewals are snapshots. Where's a matrix for line performance with respect to assignment rigor over age, haven't seen one. Sat out in a parking lot in front of a med plaza waiting for an eye exam last Wednesday. Parade of the infirm.
Did some of these posts go bye-bye? I'm so cornfused.