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NORAD Reports Surge in Airspace Violations Near Mar-a-Lago

Over 20 restricted airspace breaches have prompted F-16 interceptions since President Trump's second term began in January.

President Donald Trump waves from his limousine as he arrives at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Fla., Saturday, March 8, 2025, in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
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An airplane flies over the Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, in this archive picture from December 2016.
Donald Trump arrives for a press conference with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) at Mr. Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate on April 12, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida.

Overview

  • F-16 fighter jets intercepted two civilian aircraft over the weekend violating temporary flight restrictions near Mar-a-Lago.
  • The incidents are part of over 20 airspace violations since Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025.
  • NORAD emphasized that these breaches are caused by civilian pilots failing to check Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) as required by the FAA.
  • General Gregory Guillot called for strict adherence to Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) procedures to ensure safety and security.
  • Flares were deployed during the interceptions to communicate with pilots, with NORAD assuring they pose no risk to the public.