I hate long delays as much as anyone.

However, I don't want the airline to compromise on safety.

If one looks at the incredible safety record
of US based airlines, it is a most remarkable record.

Part of the reason for such a safety record is caution about bad weather situations, I'd
rather arrive 6 hrs late and grumpy then arrive "on-time" and in a box and no longer have the ability to complain.

Given the safety record, I'll cut the airlines a great deal of slack.

That said, they still need to treat passengers with respect and courtesy.