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Rescue helicopter in Fulda: flares dangerously disrupt landing!
On October 25, 2025, flares disrupted the landing of a rescue helicopter in Fulda. Police are investigating.
Rescue helicopter in Fulda: flares dangerously disrupt landing!
On October 24, 2025, an incident occurred in Fulda that significantly endangered air traffic safety. A rescue helicopter from Gießen that wanted to land on the outdoor landing area of the Fulda Clinic at 7:59 p.m. was disturbed by flares. These were apparently fired from a residential area near the Agip gas station, specifically between Adalbert-Stifter-Straße and Schillerstraße. According to the East Hesse police, the crew of the helicopter noticed at least one such flare, making the situation potentially dangerous, but the landing was still successful without any major incident.
After the helicopter landed, it was extensively checked. Fortunately, no damage could be found, which is why the Christoph 90 flew back to Giessen as planned. The responsible police have started investigations into this dangerous interference with air traffic. It is unclear whether the helicopter was targeted. The authorities appeal to anyone who has made suspicious observations in this area to contact the Fulda police headquarters on (0661) 1050. The legal situation is particularly explosive: such acts can be punished with prison sentences of up to ten years.
The danger of flares
Flares may seem harmless, but they pose a serious risk. Similar to lasers, which are increasingly being discussed in the context of aviation hazards, they can significantly impair the visibility and thus the ability of pilots to act. According to reports, the number of laser blinding cases reported worldwide has increased to over 100,000 cases in the last two decades. The number of reports received annually since 2009 has increased by a factor of 10 to 15 - a worrying trend that is being reinforced by the increasing spread of powerful blue light lasers. These can not only disrupt the pilot's vision, but can also lead to permanent health problems, including loss of vision.
The incidents in Fulda underscore the urgent need for better regulation of the sale of lasers, especially the more powerful models. The aviation authorities have long been calling for consistent criminal prosecution for such interventions in order to further minimize the risk to aviation. There are also educational campaigns to raise awareness of these dangers.
When it comes to aviation safety, every incident matters. We must not allow such dangerous interventions in air traffic to become the norm. Citizens in Fulda and the surrounding area are called upon to be vigilant and to report information that could help clarify the situation. Together we can ensure that our aviation remains safe.
Further details on the dangers of such interventions can be found in the articles from Fulda newspaper and nh24 read up. The comprehensive problem of laser attacks in aviation is also highlighted vcockpit treated in detail.