Laser Incidents on Aircrafts in the U.S.
by u/Metalytiq
The
U.S. Federal Aviation Administration reports that laser pointing
strikes on aircrafts remain to be at high levels, with pilots reporting
9,457 laser strikes in 2022. Laser incidents on aircrafts refer to the
unauthorized and deliberate shining of a laser pointer or device towards
an aircraft in flight or on the ground. These incidents can cause
distraction or even temporary blindness to pilots, which can be
extremely dangerous, particularly during critical phases of flight such
as takeoff and landing. The FAA can impose civil penalties of up to
$11,000 per violation, and it can also seek criminal prosecution of
offenders, which can result in fines of up to $250,000 and imprisonment
for up to five years.
Data Source: US Federal Aviation Administration
Tool: Tableau, ClipStudio