Thanks for the affirmation TB
Never a truer word was spoken, but I fear its too late.
As for this:
the trouble with pilots is that a certain amount of ego is a requirement for successful aviation, as it is with barristers and surgeons.
What can you say other than to include this statement as an example of what a real egomaniac looks like:
I've done it before - creating an industry association out of warring tribes and I don't need the stress again. happy. to tell you again how Idid it.