I know, one has a gliding certificate in the UK, I have one which was issued by the BGA when I was 16 (many years ago).
The question which arises is why are Pilots licences withdrawn when the holder reaches 80 years of age. The only reason I can think of is due to an unexpected medical condition which could develop at that age. If this is the case then why can one still fly as an instructor in gliders? Doesn't make sense to me.
