I'm sure most of you have seen it before, but for those who haven't, here's where you can find "Children of the Magenta". Very sensible advice - and only 10 years old, about time the authorities promoted it:
(Doesn't seem to play on all computers - if it doesn't work, try a different browser, or go to vimeo.com/64502012)
Re RVSM airspace: Shirley it's reasonable to do T/O, climb, and descent by hand.