It's great that you got your medical done
You never know! Fingers crossed for Syd. Im sure they said that training is 7 weeks long, but surely it would be dragged out a little longer because of Christmas (?).
Dream44, you should definitely try. I honestly never thought I'd even pass the AD, I spent a good few days in a total daze and shaking like a chihuahua once I got the reference email, because I was so sure I wouldn't get past the first round haha. Could be the best decision you ever make.