Nick,. .Very kind of you to say that. As a N Sea pilot myself I think that in general we are a highly skilled bunch. We are good at what we do, but then so are the bush pilots in Oz, the Tuna spotters in the pacific, the loggers in Canada & Alaska, etc. I have met helicopter pilots from all over the world and, in general, I have found them to be highly professional people.. .. .HeliEng,. .Why do I do it? because I enjoy it, and as we now get paid a little better, for the money. If the truth be told money does make a difference.. .. .safe flying,. .Chopperman.