Summary
NORAD jets responded to unauthorized aircraft entering restricted airspace over Norfolk, Virginia, during President Donald Trump's visit. President Trump was attending a Navy event at Naval Station Norfolk. Four aircraft violated the restricted area at different times, prompting NORAD to take action.
Key Facts
- NORAD stands for North American Aerospace Defense Command.
- Fighter jets were dispatched to intercept four private planes.
- The incident occurred over Norfolk, Virginia, where President Trump was present.
- This was during a Navy event celebrating its 250th anniversary.
- The first violation happened at 11:55 a.m. and involved the use of flares to alert the pilot.
- Additional violations occurred at 12:30 p.m., 4:15 p.m., and 4:46 p.m.
- Recent similar airspace violations took place over Bedminster, New Jersey, and Mar-a-Lago in Florida.
