Air traffic have never suggested a fast approach. At most they say “ Report ready to turn base. We might squeeze you in if you keep it tight”. What’s wrong with not keeping people waiting?
The instructor in that report was not instructing a student. He was accompanying an experienced PPL from outside the area, who wanted to fly sight-seeing, but didn’t want to be checked out on an aircraft. CBs can develop quickly. He checked me out on several occasions, and I have great respect for him. I think his quoted hours do not include military hours.