Sky Intrusions: Repeated Airspace Violations Over Trump's Florida Residence

Air Force fighters intercepted a civilian plane near Trump's Florida home, marking over 20 airspace rule breaches since his presidency began. The incidents, often involving jet flares as signals, do not affect Trump's security but raise concerns over pilot compliance with airspace restrictions.

Air Force fighter jets were forced to intercept a civilian aircraft that entered restricted airspace near former President Donald Trump's residence in Florida on Sunday. This recent incident has brought the total number of similar infractions to over 20 since Trump's inauguration on January 20.

The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) issued a statement noting the interception event. It occurred while Trump was wrapping up a round of golf at his West Palm Beach course. The fighter jets employed flares to capture the civilian pilot's attention, a strategy also executed on Saturday morning shortly after Trump's arrival from his Mar-a-Lago estate.

Despite the airspace violations, which occur frequently in the congested South Florida skies, they have not impacted Trump's security or schedule. NORAD has expressed growing concern over the frequency of these breaches, stressing the importance of adherence to Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) for ensuring national and presidential safety.

(With inputs from agencies.)