Yes, two main issues. Firstly poor decision making/airmanship/unlucky - we've all been there before, call it what you like.
Secondly, the non-public transport, public transport work. I don't think the problem is unique to Ireland nor the rotary world. I'm sure we've all been tempted by offers from 'friends' or 'friends of friends'; how many GA pilots had smiles on their faces after this year's Icelandic volcanic ash farrago? The rules are clear and in many respects there to protect pilots from liability issues. Break them and be prepared to man-up to face the consequences.