Wonder88 has it. The rescue missions are a big deal.
I'm not clever, I just worked really hard, that's how I got those grades.
I wouldn't take any hard work away from you but some people need a little more life experience before starting. Going to uni first can be very very good for you.
Don't give up on the flying dream just because you might not get it right now. The ones who have had to work hard for it are usually the nicest folks to fly with.
