Laser attack: FBI searches for suspects targeting 2 planes at different airports in Houston

Passengers on two flights coming into Houston had no idea their pilots were being blinded by high-intensity lasers Sunday evening, a situation that could have led to a catastrophic outcome. Southwest Airlines Flight 2405 was just 1,000 feet from the ground at Hobby Airport when a green laser was shined through the right side of the cockpit. The 747 aircraft was carrying 159 passengers on board when the pilot had to transfer the controls over to the copilot, who managed to land the aircraft safely. The F
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