Hi there, as a military pilot i would agree with a lot that has been said, that military is easier to get the hours and get paid for it. However be carefull who you join. RAF an Navy would be a good bet but do not get sucked into the Army system. It takes years to get into a place where you can apply to fly, if you are a NCO pilot. If you join as an officer then you will fly for 4 years then sit behind a desk for 6-8 years before seeing another aircraft. Do not be put of by this as the flying is the best you will do, however choose carefully.