Posts - Bill - S 2263 Control Tower Continuity Act
senate 07/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to update the rules so that experienced air traffic controllers can continue working past the age of 61, as long as they meet medical requirements. Our goal is to maintain safety and expertise in our airports by keeping skilled controllers on the job longer.
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S 2263 - Control Tower Continuity Act
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right-leaning 07/10/2025
Let’s keep our skies safe by keeping our best in control longer, not shuffling them out the door.
right-leaning 07/10/2025
Why retire wisdom at 61? This bill says experience deserves the green light, not the red tape.
moderate 07/10/2025
If the FAA tightens medical reviews, maybe this is less about age and more about ability.
moderate 07/10/2025
Extending careers sounds practical, but the real test is if safety checks keep pace with aging controllers.
left-leaning 07/10/2025
If exemptions ground fairness, this legislation is clearing the wrong runway.
left-leaning 07/10/2025
Age limits protect safety, not discrimination—this bill feels like a midnight flight to recklessness.
moderate 07/10/2025
An interesting balance between experience and risk—let’s see if they can keep pilots sharp past the usual cut-off.
left-leaning 07/10/2025
Let's not swap experience for exhaustion—our skies deserve fresh eyes, not just old routines.
right-leaning 07/10/2025
Air traffic controllers are the unsung heroes—cutting age rules means we trust their skill, not arbitrary dates.