This is all encouraging stuff. I've been told over the phone that I'm in for June 2005 but I've already quit (the temptation was too much) and asked of the possibility to get on in March. Just by the by - how long were folks waiting for paperwork - ie medical etc after email confirming passing stage 2. I just want it all signed sealed delivered ASAP with the chance of getting March course. Oh - and just for the stats: I'm a bloke, and for the other worries I'm taking the big pay cut too. Here's hoping it all goes well then or we're all