Lambourne
I completely agree with you
Fangio
Actually most of the over 60 pilots today, got their command when they were in their late 20's or early 30's. So they have been in the left seat for well over 30 years. Secondly, while some have understood the benefits of CRM, others have not accepted it at all; calling it a stab at their authority.
Now coming to the present day FO. He/she has more hours total/on-type, then what presumeably you had, when you got your command. So here we have some of the over 60 Captains, trying to act all high and mighty, a mister know-all, and not knowing how to deal with the FO who is generally more at ease in this FMS/FMGS environment. This is where the friction comes in.
Additionally, today's FO is well into his 30's and with financial liabilities increasing, was hoping for a move over to the LHS alongwith the pay increase.
With the retirement age increasing from 60 to 65, his dreams of the LHS will remain just that, for the time being atleast.
It is sooo easy to say that as long as he/she passes the medical/ simulator he/she should be able to fly. Please speak from the heart and say that you find nothing wrong with this.
Take care