Common sense? Is it common sense for the guy to try to get it on with a newbie he barely knows? Has the dude never watched Basic Instinct?

For that matter, she's his SUBORDINATE for crying out loud. Even if it was her idea it's still risky as h€ll, especially if she IS drunk. From a legal standpoint under Minnesota law, from a career standpoint, and definitely from a marital standpoint.

Do you seriously think it is "common sense" for any captain to get it on with a junior employee he barely knows on the company's time and the company's dime? Is this considered a perk of the job?

Is that truly what passes for "common sense" at Alaska?