Chuck... I haven't had anyone at PX dispute me on it over the years, but I wouldn't be surprised to encounter it. This is the dreaded MDA mindset at work, I fear. From my own observations, this mindset isn't restricted to Pixie.
I've overheard similar things at various Aero Club bars and even in hotel lobby bars, where the people discussing it are professional aircrew for various high-profile international airlines.
I just hope that some of them have been lurking around this thread.