All,
One of the issues raised at yesterdays UKFSC may be of interest:
It was reported that the number of laser shining occurrences in the UK is increasing exponentially. Over 136 so far this year. The majority have been directed at Police helicopters, but a significant number have also been directed at FW commercial traffic. It was advised that if you are subject to a laser or bright light that you should report it immediately (in flight) to ATC. The police can then be alerted to meet you on arrival and there have been a number of successful arrests and prosecutions resulting from swift reporting by aircrews. Of note one police force now has equipment onboard it's helos that can fingerprint a lasers signature (apparently they are all unique!), which enables them to prosecute when they find someone in possession of a laser that matches the signature. So report all occurrences immediately wherever you may be.
Now thats interesting.
Ikoyian