So, I usually have no problem getting killed on the trader runs. It happens quite often. Overall, it's a perfectly logical outcome for many scenarios, especially with factions like Nomads or Wild.
What I don't particularly like is the lack of any real RP component. Throwing out four lines of pre-prepared dialogue, without any real interaction with what they say in response, and then immediately attacking, is kind of... meh. Especially from an official faction.
Unless you were looking to get a real fight and tried to entice people into it. But this doesn't add up since you immideately logged off after the deed.
What was the point of it? Obviously, there's no outcome where transport does not die, and I don't really see any interest in the process for either you or me.
