Maximum,
Well said. Not every one who's passed the exams will get a crack at the shiny jets.... In fact, just because you've passed the exams doesn't mean you'll pass the flying component.
Rob,
Regarding the security threat, I did mention it.
When you go to work you are treated as a potential threat every time you sign on. ie scanned, bags x-rayed, security checks that go back even further these days
Look guys, it is a good job. However, it isn't the job that you guys think it is. It used to be, but it certainly isn't now.
Why do so many of you tell us we're wrong?
In Australia, approx 1% of all the people who start a PPL with the view of going commercial will ever fly a jet.
1%!!! Slightly different market in the UK but you'll get some idea of the stats.