So I see you agree, the act in itself is not illegal. I think the accident pilot in this case has proven one is free to fly in whatever weather he chooses.
Flying through a thunderstorm goes against the very recommendations in the AC you quoted. Because destroying your aircraft in flight causes a hazard to people and property below, it is careless and reckless, period. 709 rides have been given for much less.
Last edited by Flyfalcons; 07-22-2012 at 11:23 AM.
Ryan Winslow
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Stinson 108-1 "Big Red", RV-7 under construction