Keg,
You don't think that your first captain thought you were the same guy who didn't know enough to contribute either when you were that fresh faced cadet?
As for the uni debate, go do a search, it's hilarious. Could say what I think, and I do know, but it would seem that there are far too many posters on this forum that don't even have the semblance of the truth, only opening their mouths to change feet. Keep posting know it alls, its comical
Elliot,
All the best, as far as aiming for an airline, do some research and come up with a decision. Don't ask on here, the site is full of tyre kickers and guys talking sh*t way over their heads. However, don't forget that although the train drivers uniform and the scrambled eggs on the hat does come with some prestige, you will learn a great deal about aviation and yourself by taking the GA path. Sure it's harder, but in my humble opinion, worth it
j3