The life of an air ambulance pilot is risky with weather conditions that transform without warning and the ongoing COVID-19 situation. However, it is not impossible to take precautions and prepare for them. Then, there are mindless pranks that are played by miscreants not fully comprehending the repercussions of their acts. One such act is shooting laser lights at air ambulance pilots. Recently, a Wiltshire air ambulance pilot was subject to one such prank that left him temporarily unable to see and the landing had to be aborted. Just imagine being pilot mid-air, in a situation where visibility is suddenly near-zero. Scary, isn’t it?
The Air Ambulance Pilot’s Family is Scared for His Life
The wife of the air ambulance pilot has appealed to people through a video that was posted on one of her social media channels. The woman breaks into tears as she appeals to people to refrain from shooting laser beams at pilots. The pilot is also a father of twin girls. His wife conveyed through her heart-wrenching video message that she loves her husband very much and hopes to see him walking his daughters down the aisle someday.
She Called to Ban Laser Lights
Laser lights can travel up to 50 miles. This humongous range brings almost all aerial vehicles within its range. It is hard to understand why such a tool must be put in the hands of the public. Laser lights are quite affordable and can be bought for as little as a few dollars. The woman has appealed to the government to pass rules that prohibit the sale of this item.
The pilot in question was on a training mission when the incident occurred. However, had it occurred during a live mission, it would have to be aborted putting the patient’s life at risk owing to delayed treatment.
