I think the best attitude is just to remember that we're going out there to get a PPL, IMC and NR. Once we've got those get the hell outta there. I might try and do some hour building whilst im there but will have to wait and see.
The difference in fuel price will never change unfortunately and whilst I hate both Gordon Brown with a passion I don't think he can be entirely blamed for it.
I'm going to do some homework and see what other FTS's I can find.