Forgive me for this being only my second post, but I have been a regular reader of this and other GA forums for some time as I intend to commence taking flying lessons in 2014. I must take issue with the apparent stated premise that people over a certain age (whatever that may be) should not consider taking up GA piloting as a hobby. What evidence is there to support this suggestion? The reason I feel obliged to make these comments as my first input to the forum is personal. At 75 years of age, I have read and absorbed all the books necessary for the PPL exams, am mentally fit, and following the medical, my physical condition and responses are 100%. Bear in mind that far more car accidents are caused by the under 25s than over 65s. Age is nothing more than a number; attitude and ability are more important.
Happy 2014
John (Psychologist Rtd)