Jay Masino wrote:
Dave Stadt wrote:

A communication problem is no excuse for doing what they did. These guys
are from the area and have no excuse for not knowing about the restricted
area. They aren't my brothers,


Some reports say that they, in fact, had an ADIZ squawk code. That would
suggest that they were atleast trying to do follow the correct procedure.
It would be nice if we allowed them to be innocent until proven
guilty. Human beings make mistakes, occasionally.

It doesn't appear to be at question whether or not they penetrated the
restricted (prohibited?) area. Therefore, they are guilty period. It
was probably not intentional, but that has no bearing on guilt or
innocence in this case. If they flew into the area, they are guilty.
It really is that simple.


Matt