F-16s Intercept Aircraft Near Trump's Mar-a-Lago

F-16 fighter jets from the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) intercepted a civilian aircraft that violated the no-fly zone over President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate on Sunday. This incident, occurring as Trump finished a golf session, is part of over 20 such violations since his inauguration, highlighting frequent breaches despite strict temporary flight restrictions (TFR) in place. NORAD deployed flares to communicate with the pilot, ensuring the aircraft was safely escorted out without posing ground danger. Officials emphasize that adherence to TFR procedures is critical for national security, with NORAD Commander Gen. Gregory Guillot expressing concern over pilots not checking Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) before flights. The airspace restrictions extend to a 30 nautical mile radius when Trump is in residence, and while such breaches are routine, their increasing frequency has prompted NORAD to issue repeated alerts. Despite these incursions, Trump's security and schedule remained unaffected.