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Maximum Age to become a Pilot

Rescuebird
Explorer C

I was curious what the maximum age is to be a commercial pilot? 

Thank You,

Jason

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Re: Maximum Age to become a Pilot

N82EZ
Adventurer B

The FAA mandates retirement at 65 for the airlines as of now. There are other options to keep flying in the corporate and private sector. It's a good gig! Explore your dreams.

Re: Maximum Age to become a Pilot

Rescuebird
Explorer C

Thanks for the answer