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The commercial pilot group also has a distinctive accident-age pattern. Those over 40 represent 52.2% of all such pilots but account for only 42.2% of such accidents for the age group. Those in the 45-49 years group have a particularly good record. (19.8% of group pilots vs. 11.3% of accidents). On the other hand, those in their twenties have a particularly poor record (14.8% of pilots vs. 23.6% of accidents).
The Air Transport Rating group, flying in general non-air carrier operations, also has a definite age break. Those under 45 constitute less than one-half of the pilots but account for over 2/3 of the accidents. Conversely the older Air Transport Rating pilots have a better record. (30-44 years: 47.5% pilots vs 64.0% accidents, 45-54 years: 43.8% pilots vs 26.9% accidents).
The report which is attached, was compiled and developed by the Analysis Division of the Bureau of Aviation Safety of the National Transportation Safety Board. The new Safety Board, headed by five Members appointed by the President, exercises broad authority over U. S. civil aviation safety, and marine, highway, railroad, and pipeline safety.