I would disagree with that.
They solo in the 12 hours just like any other kid that age that puts the effort in.
They aren't exceptional by any stretch of the imagination. The gliding does help.
they come every six weeks or so throughout the main flying period
That's occasionally pitch up in my book.
But I do know a great deal about the Air Cadets and military aviation In Scotland
And some of us have actually taught the little buggers.
The way MOD contracts are won is by being the cheapest.