Maxed-out,
We tried.
But when the commercial team want to do something which is lawful, profitable, seen as satisfactory by the regulator, and not going to be a
PR disaster, there are very few arguments left. Of course, if airline A does it, but B does not, B is at a commercial disadvantage...
The argument played out in G-DHJZ was aired (read the report carefully to understand what I mean), but of course the insurers took care of that one...
...and the others.
Air Accidents Investigation: Airbus A320, G-DHJZ
By the way, you are aware that CTC was started by a group of 'senior pilots', aren't you?