So, what does all this mean? Should primary students and those seeking advanced ratings, proficiency training or just a simple flight review pass up flying with the grizzled veteran in favor of the young whippersnapper? Maybe, but not necessarily based on the results from this research alone.
A 2003 FAA study found that professional air transport pilot accident rates generally decreased with age for younger pilots but showed a statistical trend toward higher rates for older pilots.
Current research on instructional accidents does not yet definitively answer whether students should prefer older or younger instructors.
Further research is needed to understand the correlation between instructor age/experience and specific types of accidents, as well as the accident risk associated with different kinds of flight instruction.
So, what does all this mean? Should primary students and those seeking advanced ratings, proficiency training or just a simple flight review pass up flying with the grizzled veteran in favor of the young whippersnapper? Maybe, but not necessarily based on the results from this research alone.
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