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On the recordMarch 23, 2023
the 1,500-hour rule for training pilots has really become an impediment to replenishing the pilot work force.
Said by
Peter Welch
Democratic · Vermont
Source
congress.gov

Editor's note · Context

Welch discusses the negative impact of the 1,500-hour pilot training rule on workforce replenishment.

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