Overview

• Five civilian aircraft entered Bedminster’s presidential restricted airspace and were safely escorted out by F-16 intercepts on July 5
• F-16 fighters employed standard “headbutt” maneuvers to draw pilots’ attention and guide errant planes out of the zone
• The incidents marked the fourth and fifth incursions over Bedminster that day, highlighting persistent compliance challenges
• Gen. Gregory Guillot warned that strict adherence to TFR procedures is essential for flight safety and the President’s security
• The 1st Air Force amplified warnings on X directing pilots to review NOTAMs 1353, 1358, 2246 and 2247 before operating near Bedminster