Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) temporarily restricted flights in a part of Texas near the Mexico border. This happened after the Defense Department mistakenly shot down a border patrol drone. The incident occurred because there was no coordination between agencies.
Key Facts
- The FAA banned flights in a Texas area close to Mexico after a border patrol drone was mistakenly shot down.
- The incident took place near Fort Hancock, Texas.
- The Defense Department shot down the drone due to lack of coordination with Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
- Neither the Defense Department nor CBP coordinated with the FAA before the shooting.
- The Pentagon used a military laser-based anti-drone system to shoot down the drone, according to a news report.
- The FAA said the flight restriction was expanded to a larger area to ensure safety.
- The FAA added that the restriction does not affect commercial flights.
