ouch! quite funny if the story above is true.. 8000 divided by 50 pounds entry cash makes 160 people... seems a realistic figure...
anyway, i would only go for the option if i were 737 typerated, had the good hours - in that case i would tempt the adventure...
i don't even try to tip on that as a wannabee - on the other way we all know they are expanding immensely - so yes, wannabees really feel they are deliberatly left out.