Episode notes
11 Feb 2026
The FAA abruptly shut down airspace over El Paso, Texas, citing “special security” reasons. It was later revealed that the US military had fired a high-energy laser at a suspected cartel drone, which turned out to be a balloon. This incident highlighted a communication breakdown between the Department of Defence and the FAA, raising concerns about the potential hazards of high-powered lasers to commercial aircraft.
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