Massachusetts State Police are asking for public help in finding whoever is responsible for allegedly firing a model rocket at an AirWisconsin regional jet on Saturday. FAA spokeswoman Holly Baker told The Boston Globe that the pilot reported seeing a “spark or firework” in front of the plane as he was descending through 500 feet on final for Logan International Airport. Baker told the newspaper the pilot believed the rocket had been intentionally aimed at the aircraft although the newspaper did not elaborate on how that conclusion was reached. The rocket was believed to have been launched from an area called the Belle Isle Marsh Reserve, which is about a half mile northeast of the airport. Police are investigating and are hoping to talk to anyone who saw the rocket being launched.
Model Rocket “Fired At” Aircraft
Key Takeaways:
- A model rocket was allegedly fired at an AirWisconsin regional jet as it descended through 500 feet on final approach to Logan International Airport.
- The pilot reported seeing a "spark or firework" and believed the rocket was intentionally aimed at the aircraft.
- Authorities suspect the rocket was launched from the Belle Isle Marsh Reserve, located about a half-mile northeast of the airport.
- Massachusetts State Police are investigating the incident and are seeking public assistance to identify those responsible.
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