Who wanted to fly after this movie?
I think anyone older than late thirties probably saw this when it first came out (a few years ago now). It isn't quite the same on TV so if you get a chance find a DVD of it and watch it properly. Ignore a lot of the ratings they don't this movie justice. The sound track and air combat scenes are very much what makes this movie, OK so the plot isn't overly complex and the Russians are still the bad guys. Put that to one side and enjoy the ride.
As stated the plot isn't overly complex, we have two top pilots on an aircraft carrier. They want to go next level "Top Gun". They get there chance and are sent off to the Top Gun school where they compete against other pilots to be the best. Maverick our "hero" has the skills but is too reckless, can he mature and become the best?