not entirely an unusual event - fair few got the t-shirt for that one
and plenty of others.
Been there various times in that green and rainy land between 1976-1986, got the T shirt and replacement underwear a few times!
However in the civil aviation world the only real pressure to complete the task in unsafe conditions is self imposed.
As professional Aviator’s we feel obligated to finish what we are asked to do. Unfortunately pressure from many external sources can lead to disaster!
Be that management, peer pressure, or the actual person behind you in the helicopter.
Strength of character is at time’s worth more than actual flying skill!
Remember your life is no less important than any other, if you survive the flight hopefully your crew and passengers will…..