Todd Smith wrote:
I fly for my own challenge and enjoyment. I risk only myself
and the tow pilot (I also tow for my club).

The airline and military pilots fly a mission for the benefit of
the organization, using the organization's equipment.
Those pilots are not out for satisfaction, challenge or enjoyment.

Just wanted to point out, as a former Naval Aviator, that it was all
about satisfaction, challenge, and enjoyment for me. And I got paid for
it too! Hard to believe...

In short, most mil pilots are into flying for the same reasons you are.