They get away with it because NetJets paid a lot of $$$ to lobbyist, and I mean a LOT in order to get the rule passed. Pax were not happy with great-grandpa up there in the left seat. NetJets couldn't set an age themselves without facing age discrimination lawsuits so they got the government to do it for them. And it was worded so it only applies to NetJets and I think FlexJet, but it's not mandatory to implement it. NetJets did and it takes effect in January 2024.
Originally Posted by
Timbo
Yeah….but how do they get away with that if it’s not an FAR?
What about “age discrimination “? That’s why we FAs still flying in their 80’s!
The Major airlines can’t fire them for “age”, how does NetJets get away with it if it’s not an FAR?