Tag: Retirement Age
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Global pilot shortage: ICAO rejects retirement-age rise, could mean more delays
ICAO blocks plan to raise global pilot retirement age The push by the aviation industry to extend the global mandatory retirement age for pilots beyond 65 has been grounded. At a recent International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) meeting in Canada, delegates rejected a proposal backed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to enable pilots…
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Global Pilot Shortage and Retirement Age Debate: Will Delays Increase?
Global pilot shortage sparks debate over retirement age The push to extend the retirement age for international pilots has stalled at the international aviation table, highlighting a broader crisis: a global pilot shortage that could translate into more flight delays and higher airfares. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) rejected a proposal to lift the…
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Global Pilot Shortage: Why Raising the Retirement Age Was Grounded and What It Means for Flights
Global pilot shortage stalls as ICAO rejects retirement‑age increase The push to allow international pilots to fly beyond the current 65‑year retirement limit has been halted. At a key ICAO meeting in Canada, delegates decided there isn’t enough medical evidence to justify lifting the global mandatory retirement age from 65 to 67. The decision, welcomed…
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Increasing Retirement Age in Romania: A Necessary Measure
Introduction In a bold statement, Romania’s Premier Ilie Bolojan has advocated for increasing the retirement age as part of a strategic initiative to enhance the country’s labor market. This proposal highlights an essential discussion regarding the sustainability of pension systems and the need for a workforce that meets the demands of the modern economy. The…