Military jets reacted following a civilian plane's intrusion into Trump's protected airspace at Bedminster, New Jersey.
In an unusual turn of events, a U.S. Air Force/NORAD aircraft intercepted another civilian aircraft over Bedminster, New Jersey, on August 3, 2025. This was the second interception by NORAD in a day, with a total of five unauthorized incursions over the weekend.
The rules for civilian aircraft in the no-fly zone around President Trump's Bedminster golf club are governed by Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) issued by the FAA. These TFRs, specifically notices 9839, 9840, 9841, and 9842, prohibit unauthorized flights over the area during the President's presence.
Civilian pilots are required to check these TFRs and comply by avoiding entry into this restricted airspace. If a civilian aircraft violates these TFRs and enters the no-fly zone, NORAD enforces the restrictions by scrambling fighter jets to intercept the intruding aircraft.
The military response includes visual deterrents such as deploying flares—flares quickly burn out and pose no danger but serve to attract the pilot’s attention—to compel the aircraft to leave the restricted zone immediately. In some cases, fighter jets have also used maneuvers like the "headbutt" to get a pilot's attention and safely escort the unauthorized plane out of the protected airspace.
NORAD has stressed the importance of avoiding violating TFR for North American flight safety. Adhering to FAA restricted airspace protocols is mandatory, regardless of geographical region, airframe, or aircrew.
Pilots must familiarize themselves with updates to restricted airspace, including reviewing new and existing FAA NOTAMs that impact their flight plans and activities. The most up-to-date information can be found by visiting tfr.faa.gov.
According to the president's schedule, Donald Trump was out of town at the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster on Sunday. Fighter jets were protecting President Trump during his weekend stay in New Jersey.
Greg Wehner, a breaking news reporter for our website Digital, reports that this incident marks a continued trend of unauthorized civilian aircraft incursions into restricted airspace. The LIV Golf Invitational - Bedminster took place at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster on July 28, 2022, which could have potentially contributed to the increased air traffic in the area.
As the situation continues to unfold, it underscores the crucial role of NORAD in maintaining the integrity of North American airspace.
- Despite the ongoing trend of unauthorized civilian aircraft incursions into restricted airspace, especially around President Trump's Bedminster golf club, it's essential for pilots to adhere to Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) issued by the FAA and follow the protocols for North American flight safety.
- As breaking news emerges about the unusual interceptions of civilian aircraft over Bedminster, New Jersey, by NORAD, sports enthusiasts planning on attending the LIV Golf Invitational at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster should be aware of the strict TFRs and NOTAMs, as compliance is mandatory for the safety of all involved in North American air traffic.
