So does this mean if you're over 30 don't bother trying to become an airline pilot?
I'm 42 and when I started my training - just prior to 911, I was 38. Now fully qualified and still unable to get hired, I can see why. But when I started I was firmly assured by Oxford that age was not a barrier! Maturity and experience were well sought after, I was told.
So it was all "bull" was it? Should I go and get a job at Tesco's then?
I wonder how this will stand up after October 2006, when it will become ILLEGAL to refuse someone a job on the grounds of their age without damn good reason! So long as my class 1 medical says I'm fit to fly, I can't see them finding one.
I am considering spending 20K on a type rating at the moment, but perhaps that will be a complete waste of money!
See this government thread:
http://www.direct.gov.uk/Employment/...9&chk=q3aE%2B4