Jose: Why is this disingenuous reasoning? (specifically I ask about
the

reasoning part, not whether either of the premises are independently
true or false). It is quite possible for (1) and (2) to be both true at
the same time.

Jose

If there is a charge for a specific service, and that service is not
used,
you will not be subject to the charge.

However, since GA is in reality a heavy user of FAA capital
infrastructure
( such as towers, runways, Belfort systems, etc.) as well as operating
infrastructure (FSDOs, tower personnel, etc.) the charges would in
reality
be higher than the pittance(*) paid in AV gas taxes.

*See the FAA website for info on the aviation trust fund, and what
sources
contribute how much.