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NORAD F-16s intercept multiple general aviation aircraft over New Jersey
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Key Points:
- NORAD deployed F-16 fighter jets to intercept more than 10 general aviation aircraft that violated temporary flight restrictions over Bedminster and East Rutherford, New Jersey.
- Three aircraft required interception, with NORAD jets deploying flares during two encounters to gain pilot attention; the flares were stated to be safe and pose no danger to people on the ground.
- All intercepted aircraft were safely escorted out of the restricted airspace, and NORAD advised pilots to immediately contact specific frequencies and reverse course upon interception.
- NORAD emphasized the importance for pilots to check Notices to Airmen (NOTAMS) and FAA Temporary Flight Restrictions before entering controlled airspace.
