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F-16 Intercepts Plane Violating Trump-Vance Airspace, Lands Safely
6/23/2026
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Story summary
- An F-16 jet intercepted a plane that entered a flight restriction for President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
- The aircraft landed safely at a nearby airport after the interception.
- NORAD urged pilots on social media to stay sharp and verify airspace restrictions before each flight.
- The FAA issues such restrictions via Notices to Airmen, warning of fines.
- NORAD reported a dozen unauthorized incursions in New Jersey since June.
