ICAO Assembly report

News out of the 42nd ICAO Assembly is disappointingly short of the opportunity that was available, but not at all a defeat for those who hope to see the international pilot retirement age raised.

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As we’ve said all along, the swingweight of the U.S., properly exercised within the arena of ICAO, is most likely going to be the key to moving this ball. What we saw this week was disheartening, but just a temporary product of not having an Ambassador and normal diplomatic order in place. Addressing the ICAO Assembly, Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy echoed President Trump’s tone to the U.N. - that the U.S. will pursue its interests without shame or deterrence. We can expect that approach to be picked up by the incoming Ambassador. Domestically, House Aviation Chair Troy Nehls has affirmed Congress’ intent to address the pilot age issue, introducing a fresh bill. There are efforts underway to bring out identical Senate support.

EPAS is already at work, doing what it has from the outset - thoughtfully assessing evolving conditions, self-critiquing, strategizing and executing. Look for more about what this will look like, very soon this week.