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How Old Is Too Old To Become A Pilot?

There is no upper age limit for starting flight training with a certified instructor. To be issued a private pilot certificate, however, you must be at least 17 years old. After you earn your private pilot rating, you may continue flying as long as you can pass the required medical exams to keep your medical certificate valid and complete a flight review every 24 months.

For airline professionals, the mandatory retirement age for commercial pilots on international flights was increased from 60 to 65. Full details of this change are outlined in HR 4343.

 


Airline Transport Pilot Certification

Airline transport pilots once properly qualified are eligible to be paid for the operation of aircraft while transporting people or property.  Successfully obtaining the airline transport certification will require a great deal of time and effort by the applicant.


The limitations, ratings, restrictions and requirements to obtain an airline transport pilot certification are set forth by the FAA and are as follows:

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