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Alaska Woman Sentenced for Shining Laser at Military Helicopters

2024 incident occurred when Canadian military personnel were flying two CH-146 Griffon helicopters as part of a joint operation with the U.S.

During the 2024 incident, a military pilot reported being targeted by a laser while flying at around 4,000 feet. [Credit: FAA]
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An Alaska woman has been sentenced to three years of probation for interfering with a joint U.S.-Canadian military operation by shining a laser at helicopters, as reported by the The Associated Press.

According to the U.S. District Attorney’s office in Alaska, the incident occurred on February 11, 2024, when Canadian military personnel were flying two CH-146 Griffon helicopters as part of a joint operation with the U.S.

Amelia Walsh

Amelia Walsh is a private pilot who enjoys flying her family’s Columbia 350. She is based in Colorado and loves all things outdoors including skiing, hiking, and camping.

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