The Pilot Retirement Reality Check: 2026 Version

The Pilot’s Advisor Podcast · Sep 17, 2026 · 25m

Retirement planning today doesn't look like it did even a decade ago, let alone the way it looked for our parents. On this episode, Ryan provides several realities you need to be aware of in 2026 to build toward a successful retirement. Retirement isn't the same finish line it used to be, and pretending otherwise makes it harder to plan for. The realities change. A good plan should be able to change with them.

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

⏳ Longer Retirement: Preparing for the possibility of 30 years or more after leaving the cockpit

✈️ Pilot Deadline: Planning around the mandatory…