Larry Dighera wrote:

According to FAA regulations, a
maximum penalty of $1,100 per day can be assessed for a violation of
this type.

According to a recent AOPA article, that penalty was just substantially
increased. I've found several references to the increase (called the "Miegs
Legacy" ammendment), but can't find documentation of the exact amount.

That said, there may not be any violation. It's quite possible that the
authorities gave the FAA notice last month but didn't make a public announcement
about it. Let's hope that isn't the case.

George Patterson
The desire for safety stands against every great and noble enterprise.