JetBlue flights targeted by lasers near Boston, FAA investigates

Two JetBlue planes near Boston were struck by lasers, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The crews of JetBlue flights 494 and 972 reported being illuminated by a green laser, but there were no injuries. Last year, the FAA received 9,457 reports of laser strikes against aircraft, and since 2010, 277 pilots have reported injuries from laser strikes. Individuals caught shining lasers at aircraft can face fines of up to $11,000 per violation.