of course well done to the lad, It is an achievement
Power flying in this country is as we all know very very expensive and really only open to the lucky few. Lets not beat about the bush though, most kids who go solo at 16 can only do it because their parents can pay for it. I wish it was different, just think of all the really talented potential young aviators out there who never get the chance because they dont have the money.
Good organisations like the Air League help as much as they can. They helped me for which I am very thankful.
I just find it hard to get excited about someone going solo (power) at 16 because ultimately most kids could if they had the money. The fact is most kids will never get the money but a very lucky few will.
I will always support keen hard working youngsters in aviation and with organisations like the airleague, cadets/RAF etc hopefully as many as possible can get the help they deserve.