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FAA reports third consecutive annual drop in laser strikes on aircraft

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reported a decrease in laser strikes targeting aircraft for the third consecutive year. Despite a 24% drop compared to the same period in the previous year, 4,470 incidents were recorded between January and July of the current year. California and Texas reported the highest number of incidents, while New Mexico and Hawaii led on a per capita basis. The FAA emphasizes that shining lasers at aircraft is a serious safety threat and a federal crime, carrying significant fines and potential prison sentences. AI

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FAA reports third consecutive annual drop in laser strikes on aircraft

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Anna Washenko) ·

    FAA says laser strikes on aircraft fell for the third consecutive year

    The FAA says the 4,470 laser strikes recorded so far this year is "still too high."

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    📰 FAA says laser strikes on aircraft fell for the third consecutive year The FAA says the 4,470 laser strikes recorded so far this year is "still too high." 📰 S

    📰 FAA says laser strikes on aircraft fell for the third consecutive year The FAA says the 4,470 laser strikes recorded so far this year is "still too high." 📰 Source: Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews 🔗 Link: https://www.engadget.com/2261903/faa-says-laser-strikes-on-ai…

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