F-16s Intercept Multiple Planes Over Trump Club

During the July 4th holiday weekend, US Air Force F-16 fighter jets intercepted multiple civilian aircraft that violated restricted airspace over President Donald Trump’s Bedminster golf club in New Jersey. NORAD reported at least five incursions into the Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) zone on Saturday, with the most significant occurring at approximately 2:39 p.m., when a jet performed a 'headbutt maneuver' to alert a pilot and safely escort the plane out. Similar airspace violations have occurred in recent months over Trump’s Florida residence, where F-16s have also deployed flares to gain pilots' attention. NORAD and the FAA have reiterated the need for general aviation pilots to check all flight restrictions and NOTAMs before flying near protected presidential airspace. Despite frequent breaches, officials say none have disrupted Trump’s schedule or posed a direct threat to his safety. Compliance with TFR regulations remains critical for national security and flight safety.