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but when an operator tries to get around it due to infrequent and unpredictable flying the feds tightened with language of constraint and standby duty and responsibility to report for duty at any time etc. all wrapped in to .267 language.  

The Reg are generally pretty clear and functional just not so when some wanker decides to do an end run via interpretation which is only the province of FAA Legal in DC, and even they get it wrong at times due to their detachment from the field and lack of practical experience and connection to it.