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Old 10-31-2006, 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Kieran View Post
Interesting argument.

Here in Australia thankfully things have changed with regards to this forced retirement of 60. I'm surprised to hear about some selfish younger pilots in the states who are in favor of the premature retirement of senior pilots. When I reach 60 - I personally don’t wish to have any age restriction placed upon me, being forced into retirement whilst the aviation bug is urging you to jump in the cockpit of a large aircraft. You only live once! Seniors, Captains/ First Officers have your fun in the aircraft! J - The time will come for you juniors when these seniors are 100% happy with their efforts throughout their career.

I'm sure, once a junior reaches such an age milestone in some 40 years time, one wouldn’t want the pressure of being forced to retire / find employment.


Just my opinion.
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