Laser strikes have increased to a “dangerously high rate” at airports across the U.S., according to federal aviation authorities, putting pilots in cockpits of aircraft from wide-body airlines to Cessnas potentially at risk.
Laser Strikes Up In U.S. Airports
Key Takeaways:
- Laser strikes on aircraft are increasing at a "dangerously high rate," rising by 148% over the past decade and causing pilot injuries, posing a significant safety risk during critical flight phases.
- These strikes, often from readily available powerful lasers, can temporarily blind pilots and illuminate cockpits, endangering passengers and violating federal law punishable by substantial fines.
- While the FAA provides detailed actions for pilots to mitigate laser exposure, public awareness campaigns have been largely ineffective in reducing incidents caused by the general public.
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