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NORAD monitors Russian aircraft operating in the Arctic
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) monitored multiple Russian military aircraft activity in the Arctic earlier this week.
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NORAD detects and tracks Russian aircraft operating in Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) detected and tracked four Russian military aircraft operating in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on Dec. 17, 2024.
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NORAD ready to track Santa's flight for 69th year
The North American Aerospace Defense Command is ready to track Santa on Dec. 24 for the program’s 69th year. The NORAD Tracks Santa website (www.noradsanta.org) will launch on Dec. 1, featuring Santa’s North Pole Village, which includes a holiday countdown, games, a movie theater, holiday music, web store and more.
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We were pleased to host this week along with @USNorthernCmd, the #NORAD #USNORTHCOM Arctic Summit 2025. Its aim, to share perspectives and strengthen coordination regarding Arctic defense & security matters. Thank you to all 🇨🇦 partners who made the trip! #WeHaveTheWatch https://t.co/u1bUoOfDZS
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) monitored multiple Russian military aircraft activity in the Arctic earlier this week. https://t.co/7IgtOdHEt0 https://t.co/2Q4SQMJ4NJ
Outstanding work by the Alaskan #NORAD team for their operational excellence during Tuesday’s Russian ADIZ incursion. Complex mission, great discipline! (Imagery is from previous NORAD operations) #BravoZuluTeam #WeHaveTheWatch @ANRALCOM @11th_Air_Force 611th AOC, 176th ADS,… https://t.co/lbrKHeXlmq https://t.co/lkXwT9rKbG
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (#NORAD) detected and tracked 4 Russian military aircraft operating in the Alaska Air Identification Zone on Dec. 17, 2024. Click the link for more info. #WeHaveTheWatch https://t.co/uc9ZkAtloU
NORAD aircraft are conducting a planned live-fly air exercise in support of Operation #NobleEagle near Riverside, CA, today. NORAD F-16s and Civil Air Patrol general aviation aircraft will participate in the exercise and will likely be visible to the public.… https://t.co/qnRwN4ggLl https://t.co/8O4plHDbnq
NORAD aircraft are conducting a planned live-fly air exercise in support of Operation #NobleEagle near Merced today. NORAD F-15s and civilian aircraft will participate in the exercise. Aircraft will operate at approximately 7,500 feet, and will likely be visible to the public.… https://t.co/Cx89ytDCVn https://t.co/e1kMNBNJ5x
Welcome to the team, Lt. Gen. Ahmann! The Continental U.S. NORAD Region (@1stAF), along with our Canadian NORAD Region and Alaska NORAD Region (@ANRALCOM), plays a critical role in our aerospace warning and aerospace control missions. #WeHaveTheWatch #NORAD https://t.co/pfFnKQXcGU
“On Sept 23, 2024, NORAD aircraft flew a safe and disciplined intercept of Russian Military Aircraft in the Alaska ADIZ. The conduct of one Russian Su-35 was unsafe, unprofessional, and endangered all – not what you’d see in a professional air force.” – Gen. Gregory Guillot https://t.co/gXZj3Ndkag
“On Sept 23, 2024, NORAD aircraft flew a safe and disciplined intercept of Russian Military Aircraft in the Alaska ADIZ. The conduct of one Russian Su-35 was unsafe, unprofessional, and endangered all – not what you’d see in a professional air force.” – Gen. Gregory Guillot https://t.co/gXZj3Ndkag
RT @CDS_Canada_CEMD: Le @NORADCommand 🇨🇦🇺🇸, les @ForcesCanada et l’@USNorthernCmd continuent de collaborer étroitement pour détecter et dis…
RT @CDS_Canada_CEMD: Le @NORADCommand 🇨🇦🇺🇸, les @ForcesCanada et l’@USNorthernCmd continuent de collaborer étroitement pour détecter et dis…
@CDS_Canada_CEMD @ForcesCanada @USNorthernCmd A warm 🇺🇸🇨🇦 #NORAD welcome to 🇨🇦 #CAF CDS General Jennie Carignan visiting this week. Every day @CanadianForces NORAD members work alongside U.S. partners to conduct aerospace warning, aerospace control & maritime warning in defense of #NorthAmerica #WeHaveTheWatch… https://t.co/CqKNjsTUNI
@CDS_Canada_CEMD @ForcesCanada @USNorthernCmd A warm 🇺🇸🇨🇦 #NORAD welcome to 🇨🇦 #CAF CDS General Jennie Carignan visiting this week. Every day @CanadianForces NORAD members work alongside U.S. partners to conduct aerospace warning, aerospace control & maritime warning in defense of #NorthAmerica #WeHaveTheWatch… https://t.co/CqKNjsTUNI
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) detected and tracked four Russian military aircraft operating in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on September 23, 2024. The Russian aircraft remained in international airspace and did not enter American or… https://t.co/VAnt0sTyi1 https://t.co/6agN97eX5c
RT @RCAF_ARC: Today, #NORAD Deputy Commander, Lieutenant-General Frawley visited 1 Canadian Air Division Headquarters, in Winnipeg. Discuss…
NORAD aircraft are conducting a planned exercise in support of Operation #NobleEagle over Quebec city today. NORAD CF-18s and civilian aircraft will participate in the exercise. Aircraft will operate at various altitudes and may be visible at times. https://t.co/ltECWPkVUA https://t.co/0TH7XEawpt
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) detected and tracked two Russian IL-38 military aircraft operating in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on Sept. 15, 2024. The Russian aircraft remained in international airspace and did not enter American or… https://t.co/0AINlcbmWi
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) detected and tracked two Russian IL-38 military aircraft operating in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on Sept. 14, 2024. The Russian aircraft remained in international airspace and did not enter American or… https://t.co/MEWcySRdrt
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) detected and tracked two Russian TU-142 military aircraft operating in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on Sept. 13, 2024. The Russian aircraft remained in international airspace and did not enter American or… https://t.co/W9J6outXW2
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) detected and tracked two Russian TU-142 military aircraft operating in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on Sept. 13, 2024. The Russian aircraft remained in international airspace and did not enter American or… https://t.co/W9J6outXW2
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NORAD and USNORTHCOM Commander, General Terrence O’Shaughnessy, spoke to the sol...
NORAD, USNORTHCOM and the Mexican Air Force coordinate on procedures during AMAL...
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A bi-national team from #NORAD will be participating in the 2018 #NijmegenMarche...
There are currently four MAFFS-equipped C-130s supporting the National Interagen...
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Canadian NORAD Region welcomes new commander
The Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Command Region (CANR) welcomed its new commander July 11, 2024, during a ceremony at Canadian Forces Base Winnipeg.
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NORAD celebrates 66 years of excellence
North American Aerospace Defense Command, a binational partnership between the United States and Canada, celebrated the organization’s decades of service during a 66th Anniversary event May 10, 2024.
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Makos return from critical NORAD mission
In a much-anticipated homecoming, the Airmen of the 482nd Fighter Wing returned to Homestead Air Reserve Base after a successful deployment in support of Operation Noble Eagle April 3, 2024.
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