All I will say is go for the RAF. The way you get looked after is second to none (roast meals every day as well as a cheese board and fruit juice for breakfast everyday)
The theory is that you are an officer first and pilot second. Well thats bollocks, thats the official line. True you may go to war, big deal, the ones most at risk are the fighter pilots.
If you want a good secure career the RAF is the best option. They pay for all your training (if you don't make the grade don't worry as any idiot can get a ppl. And its all paid for(you won't pay a penny))
The RAF are total poofs but if I had my time again I would definately sign up.
Out of interest do any PJI's come on here, or for that matter any RAF load masters (underated personal)