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NORAD conducts Operation NOBLE DEFENDER in Pituffik, Greenland
Flexible and Ready
ANR conducts Agile Combat Employment from King Salmon
'Pivotal era of NORAD Modernization'
LGen Huddleston takes reins as NORAD deputy, set to lead 'distinguished community' of Canadians, Americans
NORAD celebrates 67 years of excellence
First of its kind
176th ADS fields state-of-the-art battle command center
NORAD celebrates 67 years of excellence
CANR welcomes McKenna as new commander
Guillot takes command of NORAD, USNORTHCOM
State-of-the-art solutions
Canadian Air Defence Sector deploys cloud-based command and control system
Vital to Defense
Forces demonstrate ability to operate unpredictable, austere Arctic region
NORAD & NORTHCOM Strategy
Defending North America since 1958
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NORAD, USNORTHCOM host talks to strengthen relationships with SHAPE, USEUCOM
The NORAD and U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) headquarters hosted staff talks with Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) and U.S. European Command (EUCOM) on Wednesday, 29 July 2026, to strengthen professional relationships, enhance information sharing, and identify opportunities for greater collaboration among the headquarters and forces.
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NORAD INTERCEPTS MULTIPLE AIRCRAFT VIOLATING TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTIONS IN NORTHEAST REGION
TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – NORAD F-16 fighter aircraft intercepted multiple general aviation aircraft that violated the temporary flight restriction airspace over Bedminster and East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.
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NORAD INTERCEPTS AIRCRAFT VIOLATING TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTIONS OVER NEW YORK, NEW YORK
TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – NORAD F-16 fighter aircraft intercepted a general aviation aircraft violating a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) area over New York, New York, on July 17, 2026, at approximately 4:18 p.m. EDT. This violation marks the first TFR violation of the weekend, during which multiple TFRs will be in effect across the northeastern United States.
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The North American Aerospace Defense Command employs a layered defense of air and ground-based assets in defense of North American airspace. NORAD routinely supports the U.S. Secret Service and FAA-established Temporary Flight Restriction areas. #WeHaveTheWatch https://t.co/9AXTs4PIpK
Ever wonder how two nations seamlessly defend North America, 24/7/365? 🇺🇸🇨🇦 Behind the mission, radar, satellites and aircraft lies a history of ultimate binational trust. This weekend, join NORAD’s own historian, Dr. Blyth, on the School of War podcast as he unpacks the
If you’ve been following our page for a while, you already know one of our key regions: the Continental U.S. NORAD Region (CONR). Since Sept. 11, 2001, CONR has served as the lead for Operation Noble Eagle — the ongoing mission to defend the continental United States from https://t.co/zFMdXvTGyG
Readiness isn't reserved for extraordinary moments. Around the clock, NORAD personnel stand ready to provide aerospace warning, aerospace control, and maritime warning for North America.🇺🇸🇨🇦 This day. Every day. NORAD has the Watch. "NORAD has stood as the world’s only https://t.co/To7dkOPmgT
#NORAD will enforce an @FAANews-established Temporary Flight Restriction (#TFR) area over @MilfordVillage in Michigan today beginning at 10 a.m. CST until 5:30 p.m. Read your NOTAMs to avoid iliciting a NORAD response to violations. #FlySafe #FlyInformed #WeHaveTheWatch https://t.co/LFAqPCKPtS
If you're attending EAA AirVenture Oshkosh #OSH26, be sure to stop by the #NORAD booth between demonstrations. Our team is ready to answer your questions and share how NORAD supports security-focused Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) through Operation #NOBLEEAGLE. We look https://t.co/vrPndPN1Xr
NORAD recently executed Exercise AMALGAM MUTE, a no‑notice, live‑fly training event - this time over the Alaskan region - designed to validate rapid response capabilities across the command. Check out the speed, precision and professionalism with which Alaskan NORAD Region https://t.co/3ritbnoa1T
On Saturday night, July 18, members of #NORAD and US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) joined thousands of spectators for the annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo. Designated as NORAD and USNORTHCOM Night, the event celebrated Western heritage while highlighting our commands' deep https://t.co/14O6tEhvgY
NORAD F-16s intercepted multiple general aviation aircraft today that violated temporary flight restrictions over Bedminster and East Rutherford, NJ. All aircraft were safely escorted out of the area by NORAD aircraft. Pilots: check your Notice to Airmen (NOTAMS) and FAA
Pilots, one violation has already occurred ➡️ https://t.co/T5EyMKhpqC Check your NOTAMs. Know the airspace. Fly responsibly. Airspace awareness is a shared responsibility. #WeHavetheWatch https://t.co/mf9eKV5ONf
Pilots in this region, take note. #NORAD will enforce multiple @FAANews Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) areas over the New York and New Jersey metropolitan areas beginning this Friday through Sunday. Read your NOTAMs to avoid provoking a NORAD response to violations. #FlySafe https://t.co/8dagVYErni
This week #NORAD and @USNORTHCOM Commander Gen. Gregory Guillot hosted Norwegian Chief of Defence Gen. Eirik Kristoffersen at NORAD and USNORTHCOM headquarters to discuss strategic relationships between the commands and the Arctic nation. Discussions focused on maximizing https://t.co/m2BfrKYFUL
🚨 ATTENTION PILOTS. #NORAD will be enforcing an #FAA Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) for VIP movement over the East Rutherford and Newark, NJ areas on Sunday, July 19. To ensure mission safety and prevent intercept situations, all aviators must thoroughly review current https://t.co/pQjcjtJYfJ
All 13 World Cup matches in Canada were a resounding success, as were NORAD's efforts to protect the skies over Vancouver and Toronto. It's a mission NORAD is committed to 24/7/365. But NORAD can't do this alone. NAV CANADA successfully implemented and executed temporary https://t.co/VOJVRuveDx
NORAD fighter aircraft, always ready to respond, were not required this weekend to intercept any aircraft violating the FAA‑established VIP Temporary Flight Restriction in the vicinity of Washington, D.C. Strong awareness and compliance from the civilian aviation community https://t.co/dKewMxHfnN
Happy Independence Day! For more than six decades, #NORAD Canadians and Americans have defended North America side by side. As the United States marks 250 years of independence, our binational Command honors the nation’s milestone, and the freedoms we defend every day. Happy https://t.co/40aFGbGT49
Today, General Gregory Guillot, NORAD and @USNORTHCOM commander, welcomed guests with opening remarks at the Freedom 250 Celebration at Captain David I. Lyon Memorial Park on Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs. Nothing showcases the binational spirit better than https://t.co/JUNh3BFuOP
Tuesday, #NORAD Deputy Commander Lieutenant-Gen Iain Huddleston welcomed Canadians, Americans, and community leaders for a Canada Day celebration at the historic Glen Eyrie Castle. The event highlighted decades of support to Canadians from the Colorado Springs community since the https://t.co/soePPngkxv
As the U.S. celebrates 250 years, NORAD reminds the aviation community to stay informed and read #NOTAMs to ensure the safe and orderly use of the National Airspace System. “Our mission is straightforward: defend the homeland while enabling Americans to safely celebrate this
Gen. Gregory Guillot brought together senior leaders and partners from across the United States and Canada last week during #NORAD and @USNorthernCmd Commander’s Conference at Joint Base Elmendorf‑Richardson, Alaska, to strengthen coordination and sharpen strategy for defending https://t.co/kgF3kOZbMG
🌎😀📆 - It’s World Emoji Day!🎉When you think of NORAD & USNORTHCOM, which Emoj...
NORAD and USNORTHCOM Commander, General Terrence O’Shaughnessy, spoke to the sol...
NORAD, USNORTHCOM and the Mexican Air Force coordinate on procedures during AMAL...
The New York City Fire Department in concert with U. S. Army North (Fifth Army) ...
Practice makes perfect! Soldiers with the 287th Engineer Detachment (Fire) from...
Thanks to Fleet Master Chief Russell Smith for stopping by to discuss the Navy's...
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...
Gen. Terrence O'Shaughnessy, Commander of NORAD and U.S. Northern Command, met w...
The National Multi-Agency Coordinating Group (NMAC) at the National Interagency ...
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NORAD and USNORTHCOM Host Senior Leaders to Shape Arctic Capability Defense
North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) convened defense leaders on July 29, 2026, to finalize a strategic framework prioritizing binational Arctic military capabilities.
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NORAD, USNORTHCOM provide 'quiet, behind-the-scenes support' to World Cup
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches its highly anticipated final match, U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) and the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) continue to execute defense and security support missions to ensure safety and security across North America.
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Alaskan NORAD Region conducts Agile Combat Employment from King Salmon
Alaskan NORAD Region and Alaskan Command, under NORAD and U.S. Northern Command, conducted Agile Combat Employment (ACE) operations at King Salmon Airport, Alaska, from Sept. 8-12, 2025.
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