I understand that notification seems to be all that is required. of the persons putting the line in place.
My question is does the FAA , besides issuing the NOTAM perhaps occasionally show up to see that the required markers and lights are indeed in place and of a adequate size, colour and brightness to allow pilots to see and avoid the obstacle?[/QUOTE]
I think that's a great question. Even something as simple as a phone call to the hill operator the day before the intended flight to inquire if everything is in place and visible. Not that's not to say you can easily see the obstruction from the ground, but are there other drivers/operators who have been operating in the area in the last couple of days who could add to the conversation.
Fly safe, everyone....