"FAA Urges Congress to Avoid Raising Pilot Retirement Age Amid Union Dispute"

The head of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration urged Congress not to raise the mandatory retirement age of airline pilots to 67 from 65, emphasizing the need for additional research and safety analysis. The Senate Commerce Committee is considering its own version of the aviation bill, with the FAA and Transportation Secretary cautioning against the change due to lack of supporting data and potential consequences for U.S. air carriers. While the House previously voted in favor of the age hike, the Air Line Pilots Association opposes it, citing potential scheduling and training issues, while the Regional Airline Association supports it for retaining experienced captains.