Originally Posted by
franklin_m
Whether AMA or not, I still have to prove I'm complying with them, so that part is a wash. Just because someone is an AMA member does not mean they're following the rules, nor is it a "force field" against FAA action. So, on the "cheap" part, an AMA membership is $75 a year (for now). Two pages printed in my inkjet is at most $1.
Looks to me that my way is at least $74 a year cheaper....
Only if you know for sure that your Homeowners insurance will cover your toy airplane liability.
And we know you don't have a field or club within a driving distance you care to travel, so for you it would be a good option.
But for many others like myself like the idea of a dedicated facility for flying. The AMA comes in handy when approaching property owners for use of their land. Makes it simple too, in comparison to having to find other alternatives.