To put forth the idea that
Now we have an epidemic of idiots who are doing their best to create problems for the other half of the RC fraternity
or
I do agree there are some irresponsible people flying FPV that need to
be dealt with and I think that could best be accomplished by the FAA and AMA working togather.
implies a motive or intent that just is not there.......................... it is simple ignorance at play.
Sure it is easy to say that there is some sort of conspiracy to damage LOS RC, simple but in this case just plain wrong.
All concerned, the FAA, AMA, manufactures, the media, the Congress have taken the easy path of publish a regulation, satiety code, instructions, law, etc. and that solves the problem. It does not.
My solution, like with getting a conceal carry permit for a firearm you must take a class on safety and regulations before the permit is issued. So I suggest that a online class with a test be created by the industry for any FPV pilot to take and show proof of passing the test before given possession or shipment of FPV equipment.
Would it stop the dedicated few that just wont follow the rules, NO that is where the police will be needed.