"Michael" wrote in message
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Under what authority does the FAA regulate the supply of AMEs?

Because they can.

Look, the sooner you realize the FAA is evil incarnate, the easier it
will be for you. Just accept that the FAA is your enemy, and will do
whatever it can to make flying more expensive and less fun. Once you
accept that, everything gets easier. You stop worrying about what is
legal, and focus on the only important question - what can you get away
with.

Michael



FAA is not that bad! I have never had a problem with them & they can be very
helpful when you have questions.