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Cruz Pushes to Raise Pilot Retirement Age to 67

9/22/2025

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Senator Ted Cruz, chair of the Senate Commerce Committee, urged President Trump to raise the pilot retirement age to 67 at a UN aviation meeting in Montreal.
He advocated for the potential elimination of the retirement age, asserting that America should lead on this issue.
Congress rejected a similar proposal in 2023 due to safety concerns.
Current international regulations prevent pilots over 65 from flying in most countries, unlike U.S. policies.
The International Air Transport Association supports the proposal, claiming it won't jeopardize aviation safety.

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Senator Ted Cruz, chair of the Senate Commerce Committee, urged President Trump to raise the pilot retirement age to 67 at a UN aviation meeting in Montreal.
He advocated for the potential elimination of the retirement age, asserting that America should lead on this issue.
Congress rejected a similar proposal in 2023 due to safety concerns.
Current international regulations prevent pilots over 65 from flying in most countries, unlike U.S. policies.
The International Air Transport Association supports the proposal, claiming it won't jeopardize aviation safety.