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.
Human Factors, Laser Strikes, News, Safety Management
A new rule from the FAA will require safety management systems at about 200 U.S. airports.
Helicopter Safety, Laser Strikes, News, Unmanned Aircraft
FAA Plans Field Tests for Drone Traffic Management
Reported laser strikes against U.S. aircraft climbed in 2020, FAA data show.
