Gents, when I bailed nearly five years ago it was from a much better ship (pardon my french). Did I feel guilty about leaving my mates - yes. I don't think that will ever pass. Do I miss the fun - yes. Do I miss the bull****, yes men, Torpy and ilk, no money, no spares, living in condemmed buildings, living on a station 30 miles from where I worked etc etc etc
NO
You will always feel a twinge of regret and a harkening back to the good old days. Have faith and Jump Ship. If you all go they will have to give a big rise to get you all back......
Fly safe and remember to duck when sandy side.
Oh and to all those who would argue with me, if the military med system had looked after me properly I wouldn't now be facing spinal surgery to alleviate the pain of a f**ked back. Bitter and twisted - only till the drugs kick in.......