My Mav3 Pro flew into a river. I used Flyaway to order a replacement. They sent the replacement with a DJI baseball cap, then DJI called to tell me they were sending an email with a coupon for a battery. I figured $10 off but..it was for a FREE...
The 107 is a joke. I've been a sport pilot for years. I haven't flown in a long time. It's a very expensive hobby. I got into drones to help scratch that itch. I've not bother taking the 107. The points you make are so true. I've done boot camps...
I'm strictly a recreational flyer, have no commercial aspirations, and I know better than to sell drone images, post videos on You Tube, or take pictures of my neighbor's roof in support of his insurance claim. I take pictures (mostly stills)...