More planes are being targeted by laser pointers - which can dangerously affect pilots' vision

The Civil Aviation Authority recorded 310 strikes last year, rising from 291 the year before.

This year 198 attacks have been reported so far this year.

Customs says it intercepted 13 laser pointers last year, up three from the year before.

Air New Zealand chief safety and risk officer Nathan McGraw says laser strikes put pilots, passengers, and crew at risk.