Skyloon
Yes some other carriers do stay out at the airport, until recently, CX were at the Park Inn right outside the gate. Have since moved to Hammersmith, due renovations, but have no doubt we will be right back when this is done.
My two cents worth though, if the schedule is close to flight & duty limits, then the company might from time to time have to anticipate disruptions such as these and have contingincies in place. Clearly they didn't
Normally, commanders discretion may not be planned, but only used for unforseen circumstances and with the agreement of the crew involved. If the crew are generally miffed with their lot in life then you are not going to get much help. Who employs the crew and manages them?
The same bunch of apes that didnt anticipate contingincies.
Lesson learnt? Employ the right people
Also am sure the Skipper had a plate full with this and I applaud him for his actions
, it might just be what was needed to get the ball rolling.