"Hilton" wrote
FWIW: After posting I thought I should have said: "I'm just the messenger
here."

I'm sorry if I sounded like I was taking issue with you. That was not
the intent. The problem is Lynch.

The FAQ is a great idea, if only 'they' could get it right... :|

That's a good general description of the FAA, not just that particular
FAQ. Usually, the FAA acts only when there is a real problem (some
call this regulation by body count...). It's pretty rare for the FAA
to do something for no reason at all.

However, when they do something they usually fail to fix the problem,
and only succeed in causing more problems.

Lynch's FAQ is a perfect example. Problem: The FAR's are complex and
difficult to understand. Many people (especially those who are not
lawyers) have a hard time interpreting them and determining if a given
operation is legal. A list of frequently asked questions and
AUTHORITATIVE answers is a great idea. Therefore, Lynch starts the
FAQ.

Unfortunately, it is neither authoritative nor correct. Therefore,
the problem is in no way diminished. What's worse, we now have
blatant misinterpretations floating around. Thus the situation is
made even worse than if Lynch had done nothing.

Michael