Washington, March 2: A series of airspace violations were reported over former U.S. President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, prompting immediate action from the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). According to reports, three civilian aircraft breached the restricted airspace, leading to the deployment of F-16 fighter jets to escort them out of the area.
The violations occurred at 11:05 AM, 12:10 PM, and 12:50 PM, though the reasons behind these breaches remain unclear. This is not an isolated incident, as similar violations have been frequently reported in recent weeks. Media reports suggest that these airspace breaches are becoming a recurring pattern, particularly around significant dates. On February 15, two similar violations were recorded, followed by another breach on February 17, coinciding with Presidents' Day.
In response, NORAD scrambled fighter jets, which deployed flares as a standard measure to safely redirect unauthorized aircraft from restricted zones. Flares are commonly used to signal civilian planes without causing harm, ensuring they exit the restricted airspace.
These incidents highlight ongoing security concerns regarding airspace management around high-profile locations like Mar-a-Lago. Authorities have yet to provide an official explanation for the repeated violations. Investigations are underway to determine whether these breaches were accidental or deliberate.
