Originally Posted by
PeezDog
If pilots start dying in flight, passengers and congress won't like it.
Unfortunately, the last several cases of pilot death/incapacitation inflight have occured to pilots UNDER the age of 60. So, your point is invalid.
Originally Posted by
PeezDog
But on a more serious and valid point, motor and decision making skills start to go at that age. I think we need to be more concerned about the safety of everyone involved, not who will benefit career wise. But I still stand by what I said too...
Actually, you can make the case that any degradation in motor skill is offset by experience. If you are really serious, are you prepared to undergo more extensive flight physicals and simulator evaluations yourself. Because, I assure you there are plenty of YOUNG pilots who couldn't pass increased inspection.
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