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Cedar News
3 days ago
- Politics
- Cedar News
Fighter jets intercept plane near Trump's Bedminster, New Jersey golf club
Published on BEDMINSTER, NJ — An F-16 fighter jet intercepted a civilian aircraft on Saturday, July 5, 2025, after it violated restricted airspace over former President Donald Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey. The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) confirmed the incident, which took place at approximately 2:39 pm local time. The civilian aircraft entered a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) zone, which had been activated due to Trump's presence in the area. As part of standard security protocols, NORAD swiftly deployed an F-16 fighter jet to intercept the plane. The fighter jet executed a maneuver known as a 'headbutt' — a procedure used to alert the pilot to the restricted airspace and safely escort them out
India Today
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
US Air Force intercepts aircraft over Trump's no-fly zone, fifth one in a day
A US Air Force fighter jet was scrambled on Saturday to intercept a civilian aircraft that breached restricted airspace over President Donald Trump's Bedminster golf course, where he and the First Lady were spending the to a statement from the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the violation occurred around 2:39 pm (Local time). Eastern Daylight Time on July aircraft entered a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) zone, prompting NORAD to deploy a fighter jet to intercept and safely escort it out of the area. A "headbutt maneuver" was used to draw the pilot's attention. This incident marked the fourth violation of restricted airspace over Bedminster on that day, followed by two more later, bringing the total number of incursions to reiterated the importance of adhering to FAA Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs), particularly TFRs issued when high-profile individuals like President Trump are in the US Air Force also issued a sharp warning to civilian pilots and directed strict adherence with airspace all pilots: If you're flying anywhere near Bedminster, NJ, you'd better check NOTAMs 1353, 1358, 2246 and 2247. These TFRs are in place for a reason. No excuses! Stay sharp, stay legal, and stay out of restricted 1st AF/America's AOC (@1stAF) July 5, 2025The restricted zone around Bedminster is part of NORAD's layered air defense system, which uses radar, satellites and fighter jets to protect US and Canadian airspace, especially when a president is present.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#United States of America#Donald Trump
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Airspace incursion near Trump's golf course: Plane violates restriction; escorted out by F-16
A NORAD fighter jet intercepted a civilian aircraft which entered the restricted airspace above Bedminster, New Jersey, where US President Donald Trump is spending the 4th July holiday weekend, on Saturday afternoon. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "NORAD intercepted a plane violating a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) over Bedminster, NJ on July 5, 2025. Pilots, a reminder to check FAA NOTAMs before you fly! ," the joint United States-Canada military organization wrote on X about the incident. NORAD X post The North American Aerospace Defense Command conducts aerospace warning, aerospace control and maritime warning to defend North America. According its statement, the civilian pilot flew into a TFR zone just before 2:40 pm ET (Sunday 00:10 am IST) and was safely escorted out by the fighter jet. The statement also noted that this was the day's fourth violation of the restricted airspace, and was followed by another one later. Also, while the NORAD statement did not mention the type of aircraft used for the interception, several outlets, including , reported that it was an F-16. In February too, NORAD scrambled three F-16s in response to a of the airspace above Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Florida bill would let homeowners use ‘reasonable force' against drones
Florida lawmakers are considering a bill that would permit homeowners to use 'reasonable force' against drones — likely sparked by last year's uptick in sightings of mysterious unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The measure, sponsored by state Sen. Keith L. Truenow (R) last month, was placed on the Florida Senate's legislative calendar on April 16. Constituents across the U.S. have signaled discontent with the federal response, prompting more questions on where the drones originated and how they could be regulated. The Biden administration stressed that the UAVs were not a threat to national security or operated by foreign adversaries. President Trump earlier this year said he would look into the drone spotting, but he ruled they were 'not the enemy' and likely authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or belonged to hobbyists. The Sunshine State legislation seeks to change property owners' guidelines for unmanned aircraft that remain suspended above their own land. It has already cleared several committees despite potential conflicts with federal law. The FAA prevents people from shooting down drones even if they are hovering above their personal property. 'A private citizen shooting at any aircraft – including unmanned aircraft – poses a significant safety hazard,' the agency's website reads. 'An unmanned aircraft hit by gunfire could crash, causing damage to persons or property on the ground, or it could collide with other objects in the air.' 'Shooting at an unmanned aircraft could result in a civil penalty from the FAA and/or criminal charges from federal, state or local law enforcement,' it adds. However, the FAA declined to comment on Florida's pending legislation. Currently, there are over 1 million drones registered to the federal oversight agency. Drone flights are prohibited over areas designated as sensitive to national security, certain military bases, infrastructure and national landmarks; and from airspace covered by Temporary Flight Restriction regulations. Florida's proposed bill aims to include airports, prisons, inland ports, refineries and gas pipelines as a part of the restricted airspace. The added limitations would not apply to law enforcement — who often use drones to monitor crowds of 50 or more. If passed, it will go into effect in October. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
22-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
Florida bill would let homeowners use ‘reasonable force' against drones
Florida lawmakers are considering a bill that would permit homeowners to use 'reasonable force' against drones — likely sparked by last year's uptick in sightings of mysterious unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The measure, sponsored by state Sen. Keith L. Truenow (R) last month, was placed on the Florida Senate's legislative calendar on April 16. Constituents across the U.S. have signaled discontent with the federal response, prompting more questions on where the drones originated and how they could be regulated. The Biden administration stressed that the UAVs were not a threat to national security or operated by foreign adversaries. President Trump earlier this year said he would look into the drone spotting, but ruled they were 'not the enemy' and likely authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or belonged to hobbyists. The Sunshine State legislation seeks to change property owners' guidelines for unmanned aircrafts that remain suspended above their own land. It has already cleared several committees despite potential conflicts with federal law. The FAA prevents people from shooting down drones even if they are hovering above their personal property. 'A private citizen shooting at any aircraft – including unmanned aircraft – poses a significant safety hazard,' the agency's website reads. 'An unmanned aircraft hit by gunfire could crash, causing damage to persons or property on the ground, or it could collide with other objects in the air.' 'Shooting at an unmanned aircraft could result in a civil penalty from the FAA and/or criminal charges from federal, state or local law enforcement,' it adds. However, the FAA declined to comment on Florida's pending legislation. Currently, there are over 1 million drones registered to the federal oversight agency. Drone flights are prohibited over areas designated as sensitive to national security, certain military bases, infrastructure and national landmarks; and from airspace covered by Temporary Flight Restriction regulations. Florida's proposed bill aims to include airports, prisons, inland ports, refineries and gas pipelines as a part of the restricted airspace. The added limitations would not apply to law enforcement — who often use drones to monitor crowds of 50 or more. If passed, it will go into effect in October.
