[DB]

My point was if you have a laser that is operating continuously at energy levels anywhere near ionizing the air the pilot, airplane and whatever else would have a nice vaporized void where it hit. Being continuous the energy and power levels would be VERY high.

[AdamSelene235]

My point was if you have a laser that is operating continuously at energy levels anywhere near ionizing the air the pilot, airplane and whatever else would have a nice vaporized void where it hit. Being continuous the energy and power levels would be VERY high.

Ok, but you dont need that much CW light for eye damage. A couple watts will suffice.