[KevinB]

My understanding... Kobe orders the pilot to GO even though conditions are dangerous! Now it's the pilot's fault?

Yep, it's the pilot's job is to make the go, no-go call. The client does not have the knowledge or experience to evaluate the conditions and risks and can't order the pilot to do anything.

[VideoDoctor]

Yep, it's the pilot's job is to make the go, no-go call.

Unfortunately, if the client is high profile enough, and you REFUSE him, you may permanently, depending on circumstances, LOSE him as a client.

My point: It's hard to say "NO" to the man paying the bill, especially if he thinks he's "right" and even becomes demanding in a particular situation.