State Police Warn of Dangers of Pointing Lasers at Aircraft Patch.com An initial flicker followed by a bright flash of light is what Maryland State Police pilot Craig Thompson remembers seeing as he flew a Medevac helicopter training mission in April over Parkville. That light came from a simple laser pointer, ...
US Army rejects argument to arm medevac helicopters msnbc.com Those medevacs require an armed escort, which can lead to delays because of the high demand for helicopters. “Any policy commitment that would impede even a single wounded soldier or Marine from receiving medical care in the least amount of time ... Medavac mess — another chopper controversyPeoria Journal Star (blog)