Laser attacks on Toronto-bound flights at record high
As noted by Metro News: Data analyzed shows planes were attacked by blindingly bright lasers 173 times in 2015, with potentially disastrous consequences. Read the full article here>> Read more…
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CNN: 'Laser incident' forces Virgin Atlantic jetliner back to London
Virgin Atlantic Flight 025 was en route from Heathrow Airport on Sunday when a laser was pointed at the plane, spokeswoman Jaime Fraser said. Lasers can disorient and potentially blind pilots. Read the full article here>> Read more…
Laser Defense Eyewear Industry Report
Learn more about PerriQuest Defense Research Enterprises and how their innovative approach to the ever growing threat of laser attacks on pilots has culminated in the latest technology to protect pilots. Read the report>> Read more…
WTNH's interview with Dr. Perricone, Renowned Inventor Develops Laser Blocking Eyewear For Pilots
WTNH’s online coverage of Ann Nyberg’s interview with Dr. Perricone. Dr. Nicholas Perricone is a dermatologist known around the world for his age-defying line of makeup, but did you also know this Madison, Connecticut resident is an inventor of defense gadgets? He is CEO of his company called PerriQuest in Meriden, Connecticut, his motto at the company is: “innovations to safeguard those who serve. Dr. Perricone served time in the Army. He has just designed laser blocking eyewear for pilots at a cost of about $400. 00 a pair. A set for daytime and for night-time. He is in the process of trying to convince the airlines that they should be buying these for their pilots. He says all colors of lasers that are being illegally pointed into the cockpits of planes as they are taking off and landing are covered. There are thousands of reports yearly around the world of this dangerous practice by culprits. Pilots are blinded temporarily by this, some have even suffered retina damage. The lasers can reach as high as 15,000 feet. Rarely are the suspects caught. Read more…
British Airways Pilot's Eyes damaged in Laser Attack
A British Airways co-pilot suffered burnt retinas after a “military-strength” laser was shone into the cockpit of his plane during a landing at Heathrow airport, according to the head of the British Airline Pilots’ Association (Balpa). Read more…
WABC: Doctor creates glasses for pilots he claims can block harmful effect of lasers
Laser pointers are more powerful than ever and are posing an even greater threat to pilots and airlines. The latest dangerous laser incident came Wednesday evening when a laser light was aimed at Newscopter 7 from a car in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
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NBC News: 3 Planes Hit by Laser Near Dallas Wednesday Night: FAA
The pilots of three different planes reported being hit by a laser beam about 11 miles southeast of Dallas at about 7:30 p. m. Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration confirms. (Published Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015). Read the article and watch the video>> Read more…
KOMO News: 2 Washington State Ferry captains injured by laser strike
SEATTLE -- Two captains aboard a Washington state ferry were injured Thursday night when State Patrol investigators say two men pointed a laser at the wheelhouses as the vessel was approaching the Clinton Ferry Terminal. Phoenix ranked second for laser strikes nationwide. Read the article and watch the video>> Read more…
Philadelphia police helicopter pilot threatened by laser. Riverside CA man held for pointing laser at helicopter pilot
At PerriQuest™ we have the preventive solution to this growing threat. Potentially deadly laser attacks are on the upswing as this latest article can attest. Read it here » Read more…