The protagonist used somewhat illegitamate means to achieve his goal , but the final outcome was good in that he became a great pilot .

According to the system , he would NOT have made a good pilot , and that judgement is based on his less than perfect physical condition . Of course that judgement proves to be wrong ultimately .

There is a strong message against CATEGORIZING or prejudicing people in this story .

The instance where Vincent challenges his physically superior brother to a swimming race EPITOMIZES that message , as Vincent not only manages to keep up with his strong brother , but driven by his passion and overcoming spirit , he surpasses even his brother and ends up saving him from drowning .

Inspite of the odds being in favour of his brother because of his perfect genetic make up , the outcome of that race revealed a new less predictable factor to be taken into account , the power of human WILL .

This is for a homework assignment right?

just try to come up with something…dont underestimate yourself.