I thought it was illegal for an employer to coerce an employee to break the law? How can a Captain of an RPT jet knowingly take off after the curfew period commences. Yeah I know minimas dont apply too me either because I know better. Arrogance or absolute ignorance. I know of many times where late night departures were cancelled due to curfew problems by Qantas. This has nothing to do with Qantas Operations. If we did it our arse would be kicked all over QCC by the chief pilot. Judging by the way this thread has drifted off topic, most of you don't even understand the rules and laws under which you must operate and comply with.