Was there ever a Captain who would refuse a flight plan through or near a notam'd "avoid" area ? I knew one who was then pressurised to do so by his CP. Operating Captain again refused which made the mission impossible leading to a three sector day, more fuel more expense etc. Captain was replaced by a more willing adventurer. The original Capt was red-flagged and later left, enjoying a much healthier climate of professional support for a couple of decades.