FAA closes airspace in Fort Hancock, Texas after reported accidental use of anti-drone laser

The FAA restricted flights around Fort Hancock, Texas, after reports of a military laser system mistakenly downing a U.S. government drone.

Lawmakers criticized the Pentagon for lack of coordination following the incident. The FAA cited "special security reasons" for the airspace restrictions near the Mexican border.

It's believed that the Pentagon's high-energy laser system hit a Customs and Border Protection drone, which often encounters Mexican drones linked to drug cartels.

Flight restrictions will remain until June 24, but emergency flights can be authorized.