Flights in Kelowna disrupted after laser pointed at aircraft
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Flights in Kelowna disrupted after laser pointed at aircraft
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March 10, 2023
Kelowna RCMP are investigation a series of laser strikes directed at aircraft coming into and out of the Kelowna International Airport. As Victoria Femia reports - the effects of this can be extremely harmful to the pilot and passengers - and it’s an offence the airport and police are taking very seriously.
Flights in Kelowna disrupted after laser pointed at aircraft
Description
March 10, 2023
Kelowna RCMP are investigation a series of laser strikes directed at aircraft coming into and out of the Kelowna International Airport. As Victoria Femia reports - the effects of this can be extremely harmful to the pilot and passengers - and it’s an offence the airport and police are taking very seriously.
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