I suppose you're right Hercdriver........
I'm sure anyone of us would be hit immediately with "Careless or Reckless operation" and for sure a certificate action. To say the least a 709 ride.
However, when you are in charge of the FAA's budget and
probably on the aviation committee..... uhhh.... well I guess since you make the rules they are there for you to bend and flex as you wish.
I actually think this is a perfect example of how out of touch our politicians really are. They have an attitude of entitlement and one of lawlessness. These people make the rules and yet could careless about following the rules imposed on others themselves. Hercdriver says it's old news.... OK sure. I'll go with that.
Same $#!! different day!!!