I think you`ll find BA pilots have to retire at the age of 55, unless European legislation changes this. As I`ve said before, there could well be "opt out" clauses by the Co., if the Govt. allows them to do this. As other airlines have set a precedent (some are subsidiaries of BA), to work beyond 55, I fail to see what "opt out" excuses they could possibly use. Although it will cost BA to keep everyone employed for longer (all sections within the airline, not just pilots), cost cannot be used as a reason, from what I`ve read so far.Those of you who currently work beyond 60, should think yourselves lucky that you can.