I think what we are seeing in this discussion is the role bureaucracy plays in our daily work lives.
We start with a simple thing....flying a helicopter.
Then....we apply Design Criteria, Ergonomics, Rules, Regulations, SOP's, Law, Ops Specs, ANO Requirements, SB's AD's, and all manner of factors that levy requirements on us that in turn need Waivers, Exemptions, and Modifications.
If you read back over the thread....we not once discussed flying the helicopter.
We got diverted to "Pilot's Seat", Pilot in Command, Second in Command, ATPL vs CPL.....and so forth and so on....with scant concern for what it is all about....safely flying a helicopter.