Overview

• Saxony recorded 22 laser pointer attacks on aircraft in 2024, down from 38 in 2023, according to official statistics.
• Of the 2024 incidents in Saxony, 17 targeted airplanes and 5 involved helicopter crews.
• Nationwide, laser attacks on pilots decreased modestly from 300 in 2023 to 273 in 2024, with Frankfurt Airport reporting the highest number of incidents.
• Despite the decline, only one suspect was identified in Saxony across 2023 and 2024, underscoring challenges in prosecution.
• Authorities warn that attacks during critical flight phases, such as landing and climb, pose severe safety risks, including potential permanent eye damage for pilots.