Yes you have a point regarding the inspiration value she might contribute with..

But thats a political factor, and I don't disagree.. But my question is, what the hell she's doing on the bridge during combat.

But, still, if you compare for an example Shinn, if you count him as "one of the 16 year old" that run the minerva he has military training and expiriense...

I'm going to bed now, back to university tomorrow.. CIAO