Thats a fair point, but it wouldnt be a hobby for me as I would be building hours to aid my career. During the day I am studying for ATPLs.
Re buying a plane - I dont have a spare £50,000 in my account, its all going on my training!! I just think the amount you have to spend in order to be an instructor is totally ridiculous when you look at their earnings at the end of it. Its all out of proportion.
Foz