I wouldn't be so sure about that heading 125.
The 'book' stuff is actually very important, especially if you have any desire to become a Captain at some stage. or are you guys planning on being career FOs?
Any moron can handle an aircraft, much as almost every Tom, Dick and Harry can get a car driving licence. Good handling? It's more important to have situational awareness and high mental capacity.
In the old days airlines were highly selective and could choose those who were good academically AND could fly the plane.
Sign of the times that you don't even need a good education to get into FR. At least the likes of BA still have standards!
