Those who favored raising the retirement age said there was no medical evidence that older pilots were unsafe.
This is typical Lawyer's talk. They are not saying that older pilots are safe, they are just saying that there is no evidence that they are unsafe, which is a totally different matter. So, if by any chance, in the future we discover that it is unsafe, they can't be sued.
As Huck said before, this is just about the money. Otherwise, why raise the limit for 65. Is there any studies supporting that after 65 it's unsafe? If not, why can't I fly until I can't get my medical anymore?
Oh, and if you're wondering, I'm already on the left seat. I just don't like to have the rules changed in the middle of the game.
Check Six , krueger...