Board Report November 2025

Student Pilot License • Minimum Age to solo : 16 years old. • Allows individual to fly solo with endorsement from instructor. •Flight Training can begin with an instructor at any age.

Commercial Pilot License (CPL) • Minimum Age : 18 years old. • Allows the pilot to be compensated for their flying. • Required for individuals who want to work as professional pilots.

Senior Age Limit • Mandatory Retirement : In many countries, commercial Airline pilots must retire by the age of 65, which is the age limit imposed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). • Other careers such as any corporate jobs have no mandatory retirement age and the pilot can fly as long as they can hold a medical.

Private Pilot License (PPL) • Minimum Age : 17 years old. • Enables the pilot to fly solo or with passengers, but not for commercial purposes. • This is the first step for those pursuing a career as a commercial pilot.