I apologise if I seem naive and inexperienced on the subject but that is exactly what I am. I am offering a viewpoint from someone not associated with the airline industry. You could always ignore me if I seem a bit dumb, but I am genuinely curious. I'm sure there are millions of people like me who would also ask the same questions. Thanks everyone for furnishing me with their replies which has opened my mind somewhat.
By the way, I am not associated with Ryanair in any way, shape or form. Nor am I attempting to pollute the minds of any prospecting first officers . I'm fact I find it a bit scary that somebody is seriously suggesting that a point of view should not be aired on this forum in case it "brainwashes" baby pilots. I am just a normal member of the public posting on a public forum. If it's not here, they are going to hear the same questions down the pub.