The only problem with the Managed Path/RAFCARS and joining BA is the time it takes with them to get a command. If you leave it until age 38/40 to leave, you used to be almost too old to get a BA command by the time your name reaches the top of the list. Or have things changed?
On the other hand, I understand that there are now several companies who are offering commands to experienced RAF pilots within one or two years.
I guess it looks like the RAF pilot training system will continue to expand to meet demand - even though the overall size of the RAF is shrinking.