A strong argument for re-introducing NCO Pilots, there!
Interestingly NCO pilots are more expensive than officer pilots. A sgt is on ~£34k and Fg Off on ~£31k. FS and Flt Lt pay are pretty much comparable and MACR can earn more than a Flt Lt. The RRP(F) is exactly the same for Officer pilots as it is for NCO pilots. So over a 20 year period the NCO pilot is more expensive - especially when you add on the cost of cheaper quarters and free uniform issue!
Myth busted?