The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits.

Albert Einstein

The Skipper has decided this is his last flight, having had a previously incident free career.

My understanding is that he has no option.
Following the incident he'd be stood down as standard procedure and miss his last flight.
Certainly went out with a bang - well done to all!

And how many guys in Hk want to throw a match down the isle and walk off.

"Hello screw control, that was my last flight tell IOC aircraft AOG :E"