Even if this was P2F, l would have thought that after over 2000 hrs he would have leaned a lot more than just asking if the Captain wanted sugar in his tea.
Yes I would agree too, but not sure to what extent...
I think the real issue is the dynamics in the cockpit. Is there true respect and and positive working environment? or is it dysfunctional with the with the old air force pro wary of jumping off to the toilet for a few minutes?