Perhaps you would need to refresh your flight performance by passing through an academy yet again. Until that, I would recommend to not actively participate in combat. The last thing anyone would want is you to get yourself killed.
I am glad to know that your date with the LPI officer went well. Maybe he can convince you to join the LPI, that would be a steady and good salary for you. It's good to know that even through all the misfortunes you do not regret visiting Liberty.