Laser pointed at aircraft in Sylvan Lake, RCMP investigating
An RCMP cruiser is seen in this file photo.
EDMONTON -
Sylvan Lake RCMP are investigating after they received a report of a green laser beam being pointed at the cockpit of an aircraft flying the area just after 4 a.m. Monday.
Sgt. Jeff McBeth, detachment commander of Sylvan Lake RCMP, said there is a zero tolerance approach towards these cases.
“Pointing a laser at an aircraft presents an enormous risk to the crew and passengers on the plane,” said McBeth.
Intentionally shining a laser at an aircraft is considered a criminal offence where offenders could be charged under the ‘Aeronautics Act’, facing a fine up to a maximum of $100,000 and up to five years in prison.
NAV Canada, a corporation that operates Canada’s civil air navigation system, says laser pointers present serious danger to the safe operation of an aircraft.
“What may appear to be a relatively harmless device can actually be a deadly weapon if used irresponsibly.”
Mounties are asking anyone who may have information on the incident to contact their local police or Sylvan Lake RCMP at 403-858-7200.
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