IATA Proposes Raising Pilot Retirement Age to 67 for Global Airlines

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is pushing for the retirement age of commercial pilots to be raised from 65 to 67 due to the increasing demand for air travel. This proposal was put forward at the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) General Assembly.

The IATA believes that raising the age limit is a cautious and reasonable step that maintains safety standards. The current rule prohibits pilots over 65 from flying international flights, but this potential change aims to address the shortage of aviators in the industry.