bose-x, was that in reference to my comment?
if so then let me explain, I've got two degrees, got a job to pay these fees off and have managed to get a PPL(A) all with my own money.
I'd love to continue my flying career but there comes a time when life costs get in the way, i'm lucky if i can manage a couple of hours a month.
We aren't all blessed with golden spoons in gobs at birth.
Why aren't we as deserving as the younger people???