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“Ask the Captain” Talks Pilot Forced Retirement with FAA Admin Bryan Bedford
In the latest episode of the popular The Captain and Kennedy Show, influencer Capt. (Ret.) Steve Scheibner* (@CaptSteeeve) and co-host ATC Steve Kennedy (Ret.) talk
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Press coverage and updates from our legislative and media team.
“Ask the Captain” Talks Pilot Forced Retirement with FAA Admin Bryan Bedford
In the latest episode of the popular The Captain and Kennedy Show, influencer Capt. (Ret.) Steve Scheibner* (@CaptSteeeve) and co-host ATC Steve Kennedy (Ret.) talk
The LET EXPERIENCED PILOTS FLY ACT Introduced in the Senate
NOTAM #39 “EXPERIENCE MATTERS” April 30, 2026 WE HAVE A BILL! S 4452 is available on congress.gov Senator Lindsey Graham has introduced the “Let Experienced Pilots Fly
NOTAM #38 BREAKING NEWS
Let Experienced Pilots Fly NOTAM #38 “EXPERIENCE MATTERS” April 30, 2026 BREAKING NEWS! WE HAVE A BILL IN THE US SENATE Our focus and relentless
Media Calls on LEPF Leader’s Professional Commentary Following LGA Tragedy
Aviation Analyst “Captain Steeeve” – also recognized as LEPF Board Member Steve Scheibner – has been sought out to provide analysis to various national and
Captain (Dr.) Steve Scheibner Elected to LEPF Board of Directors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For More Information Contact: Lauri-Ellen Smith, APR raisethepilotage@gmail.com 904-219-0977 Social Media Influencer and Accomplished Navy/Commercial Pilot “Capt. Steeeve” Joins Let Experienced Pilots
Forced Retirement of Airline Pilots To Be Addressed at ICAO
International Aviation Community And FAA Director Concur that Age 65 is Arbitrary
NOTAMS
“Experience Matters” – official bulletins to LEPF members.
NOTAM #52 – Report from NBAA
November 2, 2026 Dear LEPF Members, On October 20-21, LEPF President, Capt. Barry Kendrick (R) and board member Capt. Allen
NOTAM #50 – DID YOU KNOW?
Let Experienced Pilots Fly NOTAM #50 “EXPERIENCE MATTERS” DID YOU KNOW…? Read the latest message for members and their audiences.
NOTAM #40 – Our Bill is In the Senate Commerce Committee – Time to Help Us Help You!
May 12, 2026 WE HAVE A BILL and it is S. 4452 and has been assigned to the Senate, Commerce,
NOTAM #39 – Legislation and Next Steps
Let Experienced Pilots Fly NOTAM #39 “EXPERIENCE MATTERS” April 30, 2026 WE HAVE A BILL! Should be public by May
NOTAM #37 – DC Visit Update
Let Experienced Pilots Fly NOTAM #37 “EXPERIENCE MATTERS” April 29, 2026 Dear Members, To all who took the time to
IMPORTANT NEWS
Industry coverage of the pilot shortage, curated from around the world.
