Why Hasn't U.S. Solved The Pilot Shortage?

The video discusses the pilot shortage exacerbated by the pandemic, highlighting how airlines offered early retirements to save money but failed to plan for recovery. As travel demand increased, airlines faced challenges in hiring pilots, with the Air Force also experiencing a shortage. The high cost of pilot training further complicates the issue. Some airlines are taking steps to build a pilot pipeline, and legislative efforts are underway to address the shortage, such as raising the retirement age for pilots.

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