1. Firstly you need to send your log book and licences to the investigating officer as requested - failure to do so is itself an offence. Their standard letter asks for them to be provided or made available for inspection.
I would send the documents or copies if they have given you that option.
2. Next get a solicitor. You will need one if the CAA ask to interview you or for you to make a written statement. A solicitor will ensure that this is done properly and that the CAA make proper disclosure to you before you commit yourself. Disclosure is copies of the witness statements etc against you.
If you are a member of AOPA or BALPA they may be able to help you with legal advice. If not, a you need a solicitor who is familiar with this aspect of aviation law or at least criminal law.
3. DO NOT tell them to F off or get difficult with the investigating officer. If you do you will fail the attitude test and make a prosecution more likely. Polite but firm is OK but not bolshie.
I would further suggest that you sit down now whilst events are still relatively fresh and write down everything you remember about the flight, get copies of the photographs that you took, plot the route on a map etc. and keep the material together for later use.
Oh, and you cannot be sent to prison for a breach of rule 5 - maximum sentence is a fine - level 4 on the standard scale £2,500.
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Last edited by Legalapproach; 21st Jun 2010 at 17:25.