Originally Posted by
groovinaviator
I suppose that would be one route to go, but rather than bothering them I was hoping someone on here could fill in the blanks... good thought though, but why not use your own name for such an innocent question? The FAA won't violate you for using your name when you ask such a non-confrontational question. I guess I don't understand your logic in this case.
You know they really are there to help with this type of thing, plus you are only being responsible. I do a little with the FAAST guys out of the PWM FSDO and one of the things that they always say, is that not enough people call for clarification. I got set up with them because I called on a question that I got from one of my students. Just making a quick call (and if you don't want to Identify yourself, then dont. But there is no need to lie about it) can save a lot of confusion and potential problems down the road. But keep in mind, what you will get is an INTERPRETATION. If it is that important, get it in writing or record it. They are generally more than willing to help.
Granted, the FSDO up here is the best that I have worked with thus far and way better than the ones in FL. So if you don't like them and you still have a question, call Portland, ME!