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Old 15th August 2005 | 10:29
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ooizcalling
 
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Hi Dani, I dont challenge your statement that "cardiovuscular deseases are positively correlated to age." What I do see from the report is that it is not an issue that warrants exclusion age 60+ pilots from the ranks. It is indeed a factor which must be monitored, but in perspective. There are other medical conditions that have occured to the pre 60 age group that were not predicted by medical examinations. Should the pre 60 group be stopped flying because of this ? Of course not. It is a 'risk assesment' that must be ongoing and based on valid data to support decisions. Age 60, in itself is not a valid reason to stop you flying professionaly. It's just a number.
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