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Global Airlines Group (GAG) Pushes To Raise Pilot Retirement Age To 67
Global Airlines Group (GAG) Pushes To Raise Pilot Retirement Age To 67
Global Airlines Group (GAG) pushes to raise pilot retirement age to 67. A group representing the world’s major airlines has called on the United Nations’ International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) to raise the international retirement age for commercial pilots from 65 to 67, citing rising global demand for air travel and a shortage of aviators.
The proposal, put forward by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), which represents about 350 airlines, will be considered at ICAO’s General Assembly on September 23.
Under current rules, commercial pilots over 65 are prohibited from flying international flights. Many countries, including the United States, apply the same age restriction domestically.
In a working paper published on ICAO’s website, IATA described its proposal as a balanced measure.
“Raising the limit by two years is a cautious but reasonable step consistent with safety,” IATA said.
The paper added that safety safeguards would remain in place, requiring at least two pilots on each flight, including one younger than 65 if the other exceeds the age threshold.
ICAO last raised the retirement age in 2006, moving it from 60 to 65.
The push to increase the age limit has met stiff resistance from US pilot unions, who argued that safety could be compromised.
“There is not enough data available to adequately understand the risk of increasing the retirement age,” said Dennis Tajer, spokesperson for the Allied Pilots Association (APA) and an American Airlines pilot.
“We don’t gamble with safety that way.”
Global Airlines Group
The Air Line Pilots Association and the Southwest Airlines Pilots Association have not yet issued official responses.
Last year, US carriers supported an unsuccessful legislative push to raise the retirement age to 67. That proposal was blocked after opposition from unions.
However, a bipartisan group of lawmakers recently urged President Donald Trump’s administration to back international efforts for the change at ICAO.
If approved, the new rule would represent one of the most significant shifts in international aviation standards in nearly two decades, potentially reshaping the career span of pilots worldwide.
NNPC Ltd Strengthen Strategic Partnerships At CERAWeek 2026
NNPC Limited continues to strengthen strategic partnerships at CERAWeek 2026, with high-level engagements focused on advancing Nigeria’s upstream growth and investment outlook.
Speaking after a meeting with senior executives from Chevron Corporation, the Group Chief Executive Officer, NNPC Ltd., Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, stated: “Our discussions focused on strengthening our long-standing partnership and aligning our strategic priorities to drive production growth, deepen gas development, and expand opportunities in the deepwater sector.”
NNPC
Noting that NNPC Limited is leveraging the enabling investment climate to advance new, high-impact projects and expand its portfolio, the GCEO said the Company is committed to working with partners to ensure Nigeria’s energy sector remains competitive, resilient, and globally relevant.
CBN Acknowledges High Court Ruling Over Dissolution Of Union Bank Board
Union Bank board. The court ruled that the CBN acted beyond its legal powers and, therefore, overturned that decision.
(CBN), on Thursday, acknowledged the judgement of a Federal High Court, Lagos Division, over its regulatory action on the Union Bank of Nigeria Plc (UBN) in January 2024.
This is contained in a statement by its acting director, Corporate Communications Department, Hakama Sidi-Ali, made available to journalists in Abuja.
Ms Sidi-Ali said that the apex bank was currently obtaining the Certified True Copy of the judgement and would review it carefully. She reaffirmed the CBN’s unwavering commitment to the rule of law.
“As the apex regulatory authority, the CBN remains committed to acting in accordance with its mandate and established legal processes.
“The CBN assures the public that UBN’s status is unchanged and that it remains fully capable of meeting its obligations to customers, depositors, and all stakeholders.
“The CBN will continue to provide the necessary regulatory oversight to ensure that the Union Bank operates in a safe, sound, and stable manner, while maintaining public confidence in the financial system,” she said.
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The court ruling of Wednesday relates to an earlier action taken by the CBN in January 2024, which dissolved UBN’s board and management.
The court ruled that the CBN acted beyond its legal powers and therefore overturned that decision.
Kano Governor Yusuf Sacks Commerce Commissioner
Kano Governor Yusuf sacks commerce commissioner. Mr Yusuf expressed appreciation for the services rendered by the former commissioner.
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has sacked Shehu Sagagi, commissioner for investment, commerce and industry, with immediate effect.
This is contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Kano by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa.
He said that Mr Sagagi has been directed to hand over the affairs of the ministry to the director of commerce pending further directives.
Mr Yusuf expressed appreciation for the services rendered by the former commissioner during his tenure in office.
He acknowledged Mr Sagagi’s contributions to the development of the state, particularly in politics, religion, and the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises.
Abba Yusuf
The governor wished him success in his future endeavours and reassured the public that his administration remains committed to efficient service delivery and to the ongoing strategic realignment of government structures for sustainable development in Kano State.
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