Originally Posted by Justdoinmyjob

1. The issue isn't whether the person is making a joke or actually accusing you. The issue is the other passenger who overhears the accusation and, not having all the facts, jumps to conclusions.

2. As far as flying fatigued, that is not illegal unfortunately. The headline, "PILOT FLIES WHILE TIRED!" just doesn't have the same drama as "PILOT FLIES WHILE DRUNK!"