One of the consequences of C-19, and the tsunami impact on aviation, for what will be a considerable period of time, the “AM I TOO OLD” criteria will undoubtedly reduce in age.
The curve will move significantly ‘to the left’ to adjust for that, at present, undefined recovery period.
Those at the margins of what was a sensible (perhaps?) cut off age band, have now moved into the ‘probably best forgotten, unless you have money to burn band’. They should consider doing the PPL and fly for pleasure on nice days if they have a real interest in flying.
The paradox is that C-19 might have done a few hopefuls a huge favour, and not incurred a vast cost with hardly any chance of a return on the investment by securing a job. Money better saved & spend elsewhere as a result.
For those of a certain age deep into the process, you have my sympathy. Difficult choices to make.