Originally Posted by
franklin_m
I would argue the AMA is on the hook already. They specify what is to be inspected, and they certify the inspectors. If an AMA certified LMA crashes, and the feds determine the inspection was inadequate or the inspector missed something - I can't think there wouldn't be some liability there for AMA if not the inspector themselves.
I wonder if AMA indemnifies its LMA/LTMA inspectors? They are after all acting as agents of the organization within a program managed by the organization.
What if you're flying at a park or school year and you hit someone? What if you assumed flying there would be okay, but you never actually got written permission to fly there. What happens then?
The AMA Safety Code specifically states:
1.
Model aircraft will not be flown:
(a) In a careless or reckless manner.
(b) At a location where model aircraft activities are prohibited.
When a member signs their AMA membership application they agree to follow the AMA safety code.