Originally Posted by
teddyballgame
Actually, I've heard quite a bit of talk about raising the retirement age to 70. And most of that talk is coming from -- surprise! -- the over-60 pilots.
Apparently, five more years (at your expense) isn't enough.
Or, as someone so succinctly described this attitude: "I got mine... Now I want yours."
The good news is, I believe the Age 65 rule is an ICAO standard; so the ATA just can't call up the FAA and say, "Change it."
God I don't get it. Why do these guys wanna fly until they're dead? Go fish or buy that boat you always wanted or something. Why in God's name would you want to fly until your 70? I for sure won't be one of those. Want to actually enjoy life for a while before I kick the bucket. Go away for Christ sake and get out of our seats. You had your time, now its our turn.