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Press Release | June 21, 2023

NORAD responds to VIP TFR violation near San Francisco

North American Aerospace Defense Command

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.NORAD F-35 fighter aircraft intercepted a general aviation aircraft that violated the VIP Temporary Flight Restricted area near San Francisco this morning.  The event took place in the Petaluna area and concluded without incident. Pilots are strongly encouraged to check NOTAMs for the latest information on the VIP TFR until the restriction is lifted.

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