Originally Posted by
cj_rumley
How do tyrants rule without laws? Laws facilitate their business.....just why did you think the CBO pushed laws?
Reality check: FAA has the all the law they need to prosecute modelers that endanger the safety of the NAS, see para (b) in what you posted from Sec 336 fo example. They will never prosecute anyone for being in violation of CBO safety guidelines. To operate under 336 means you must be an AMA member (ref Rich Hanson, Oct 11 EC meeting). Most modelers will continue to operate without buying AMA membership, in accord with a FAA advisory like AC 91-57.
Well, yes and no, as i recall, Pirker got away with his behavior because the court was confused about the definition of a model airplane. That has only recently been cleared up. And yes, as I said, local law enforcement will likely be responsible for locating and arresting miscreants, while the FAA can then take them to court. Of course the charges will be personal injury, property damage and reckless behavior. All of which can be avoided by abiding by reasonable safety guidelines. Who said that an AMA membership was required?