ama role
agree with you mulligan. there have been a lot of people whining (letters in MA) about the magazine, and the AMA being 'the only game in town' and they have to join.
the AMA is not expensive, the magazine is fine, and if you don't wan't to join AMA you can buy 200 acres and fly alone.
but the organization is the only one with enough savvy and hopefully enough clout to protect your (our) beloved hobby in these times, from this ridiculous legislation. for that alone -- supporting, and reading the magazine seems like it shouldn't be so painful.
not all hobbies have as well run organizations to lead them, be supportive.
i guarantee the ama insurance will not be around forever, the way things are going in this country. ligitagion rules are continuously being expanded, while insurers are often withdrawing coverage.