Two unauthorized aircraft entered restricted airspace near Mar-a-Lago, prompting a rapid response from the U.S. Air Force. F-16 fighter jets were deployed to intercept the planes, ensuring they were escorted out of the restricted zone without further incident.
According to military officials, the aircraft violated airspace regulations while President Trump was at his Florida residence. The Federal Aviation Administration and military officials had previously established a no-fly zone over the area as a security measure.
Upon detection of the breach, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) swiftly mobilized fighter jets to intercept and identify the intruding aircraft. The pilots of both planes were directed to leave the restricted zone immediately, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incursion.
Officials confirmed that the intercepted aircraft did not pose an immediate threat, but the incident underscores the strict enforcement of security measures around high-profile locations. The response was in line with standard protocol to protect sensitive areas and individuals under federal protection.
This is not the first time airspace restrictions have been violated near Mar-a-Lago. Similar incidents have occurred in the past, leading to heightened enforcement and continued monitoring by air defense teams. Federal authorities are expected to review security protocols and determine whether additional preventive measures are necessary.