A fighter jet was deployed to intercept a civil aircraft that entered restricted airspace over Trump’s Bedminster Retreat on Sunday.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) reported that the aircraft trespassed into a temporary flight restriction (TFR) zone around 12:50 PM ET.
After deploying flares to signal the pilot, NORAD aircraft escorted the unauthorized plane from the area.
This interception marked the second such incident of the day, with NORAD noting another aircraft had also violated the TFR earlier.
During the weekend, there were five total unauthorized incursions.
NORAD mentioned that flares can be visible to the public and are used with a strong focus on the safety of everyone involved, including those on the ground.
The flares burn out quickly and are safe when dispersed, ensuring no danger to people below.
Officials are urging civilian pilots to thoroughly review all relevant flight information before taking off.
A common reminder for pilots is to check all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) notifications (NOTAMS) and stay updated prior to each flight, specifically regarding the Bedminster restricted zones.
For current information, pilots can visit tfr.faa.gov.
NORAD emphasizes the importance of flight safety in North America and advises pilots to be mindful of TFRs.
They stress that all pilots should stay updated on restricted airspace changes and review any new FAA NOTAMs that might affect their flight plans.
Compliance with these protocols is crucial, regardless of the area of operation.
As for President Trump, he was expected to depart from the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster on Sunday and return to the White House in the evening.
