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On Sunday, fighter jets were dispatched to intercept a civilian aircraft that entered restricted airspace over Trump’s Bedminster retreat.
According to a statement from the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the pilot entered a temporary flight restriction (TFR) zone around 12:50 p.m. ET.
The NORAD aircraft escorted the civilian plane out of the area using flares to get the pilot’s attention.
NORAD reported that this intercept was the second of the day, with a total of five unauthorized entries over the weekend.
The second incident involved the use of flares, which may have been visible to the public, according to NORAD.
NORAD emphasized that the use of flares is done with utmost consideration for the safety of the intercepted aircraft and people on the ground.
The flares burn out quickly and completely, posing no danger to individuals on the ground.
Officials are cautioning private pilots to thoroughly check for Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) and Fly Informed before every flight, specifically focusing on FAA NOTAMs 9839, 9840, 9841, and 9842 for the Bedminster, New Jersey region, as stated by NORAD.
For the latest information, visit tfr.faa.gov.
NORAD has stressed the importance of avoiding violations of TFR for North American flight safety during previous incidents.
Pilots are reminded to review updated restricted airspace information, including new and existing FAA NOTAMs that may affect their flight plans. Compliance with FAA restricted airspace protocols is mandatory, regardless of location, aircraft type, or crew.
According to the president’s schedule, Trump was away at the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster on Sunday. He is scheduled to return to the White House in the evening.
