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Pilot disoriented by laser, flight circles before landing
Published Sunday, August 9, 2026
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What We Know — Key Points
Key points are extracted by an AI model and may contain errors or omissions. Always check the original sources.- A Malaysia Airlines flight MH-184 from Kuala Lumpur carrying 159 passengers was affected by a laser beam while approaching Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on August 9, 2026.
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- The Hindu
The article highlights the recurring issue of laser light interference affecting aircraft operations at Kolkata airport, emphasizing the potential risks during critical flight stages.
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