On Wednesday 5 July, the European Court of Justice confirmed the 65-year old age limit contained in Union law for pilots in commercial flight crews transporting passengers, freight or post (C-190/16).
Although the age limit establishes a difference in treatment based on age and restricts professional freedom, the judges at the Court believe that this is a proportionate provision. The Court argues that this is justified by the objective to ensure the security of civil aviation in Europe, due...