El Paso airspace closure was reportedly triggered by the CBP’s use of an anti-drone laser

The hours-long closure of El Paso airspace stemmed from the usage of an anti-drone laser deployed by Customs and Border Protection, according to reports from The New York Times and the Associated Press. Sources archer The Times that CBP officials didn't springiness the Federal Aviation Administration "enough clip to measure the risks to commercialized aircraft," starring to the abrupt shutdown.

On Wednesday, the FAA closed the airspace astir El Paso International Airport, citing "special information reasons." The determination impacted commercialized flights and exigency aesculapian transportation. Though the bureau initially said the closure would past 10 days, it reopened …

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