With laser strikes against U.S. aircraft at an all-time high, the GAO is recommending coordinated efforts at education and data collection.
A record high 9,723 laser strikes on aircraft were reported in 2021, but U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) data on the events is incomplete, according to a government oversight agency that recommends improved data collection and coordinated efforts to educate the public on the illegality of aiming laser beams at aircraft.
Flight Ops, Laser Strikes, News, Technology
The European aviation community is stepping up efforts to prevent midair collisions involving small aircraft.
Data and Analytics, Laser Strikes, News
Regulators and industry groups point to an alarming rise in laser illuminations affecting aircraft.
Human Factors, Laser Strikes, News, Safety Management
A new rule from the FAA will require safety management systems at about 200 U.S.…
