Pointing a laser at an aircraft is a federal felony because the beam expands into a blinding wall of light that causes flash blindness and potential permanent eye damage to pilots. This interference during critical flight moments creates a severe risk of midair collisions and mass casualty events. The FBI and FAA enforce these laws strictly, as violators face up to five years in prison and criminal fines of 250,000 dollars. Beyond criminal charges, the FAA can impose civil penalties up to 11,000

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