Originally Posted by
CarbonCub
Nice try! Read the part that says "Unless authorized or required by ATC" part. Now read the SID chart for the ARKES DP. Note 4. It says "Accelerate to 250 WITHIN 7NM of departure. If unable advise ATC." Therefore it is a requirement which exempts aircraft from having to fly slower than 200kts.
It's that simple!
I agree with you about that particular departure.