Also don't ignore the pressure of the "lets play checkride" situation where the Captain/PIC is supposed to allow the F/O to operate the sector so the checker can make his assessment.
This should never impact on the safety of the operation - however at times it will, appears maybe - maybe - this was one of those times.
Amazes me the number of Captains who, over time lose sight of their primary function: manage the safety of the operation, done properly this will also cover a secondary but personally significant aspect economically if for no other reason: maintain status as Captain in a world that at times will do nothing but try and drag you down and destroy you for their own purposes.
Just ask Sully!
Cheers.
