MK would likely fit in very well with Alaska and Canadian bush flying where paperwork didn't matter much because the government folks were absent, supposedly only in the good old days before SMS fixed that
Closer to civilisation and inspector offices, paperwork adherence becomes more important.
These are two very different cultures that tend to look down their noses at each other.
As for missing pieces that villagers may have taken into protective custody, a few goats would likely assure their return in good condition along with any local help that may be needed