A rogue drone recently posed a significant risk to flood firefighting operations in LA by colliding with a Super Scooper plane — a significant setback in the city’s fight against its most devastating wildfire on record.
This January mishap forced the firefighting plane to abort the mission, seeking a different landing zone for immediate repairs. Images even revealed a significant dent on the plane’s wing, indicating the severity of the collision.
What followed was a citywide manhunt by authorities in an effort to identify the drone operator. In light of this incident, The LA Fire Department reiterated that disrupting firefighting activities with a drone could lead to a year in jail or a hefty fine of $75,000. This incident, currently under FAA scrutiny, underscores the urgency of stringent drone regulation amidst emergency response situations.
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