No, I think it is fair that anyone can get in and stay in - there are some companies that are disliked by many fellow industry professionals for reasons that are not about quality so having a "vote" isn't always the fairest way, it is not a popularity contest.
That said, I think in the interests of BACA or any other body wishing to gain/maintain respect within our industry they should perhaps use a common sense attitude or at least take a view on each individual case.
BACA have lost some of my respect IMHO following this - perhaps the board of the BACA needs a kick up the backside. Wake up and smell the coffee or other the scents that surround certain airlines - rather than just accepting that a proposer and seconder are suitable referees to become members of a "respected" organisation !
I think even the most unpopular people in the industry have at least two friends !!!