BTW I have been shot down! I know who did it / It cost me about $300 ish / I didn't ask him to pay / We are now really good friends...

My current models average about $900 to $1000 build projects (I know small change to turbine flight) But I will NEVER sue someone for accidentally damaging one my toys. If they offer to pay fine- If not fine. However, we may have a "little" chat on safety and field procedures-

You can really make a difference depending on how you approach your "plane's killer" If you know who it is- Start with an introduction and a friendly handshake- Show some real character and poise. Your end result will be much more positive. I got a good friend who also assisted in the build of a later project- The time invested by him in helping me build has been worth thousands to me....