[SPEAKER_01]: This is a news.com newsflash. [SPEAKER_00]: In response, North American aerospace defense command deployed fighter jets, which used flares to alert the pilot before escorting the aircraft out of the area. [SPEAKER_00]: In a statement, NORAD reminded pilots to stay up to date with flight restrictions. [SPEAKER_00]: General aviation pilots are reminded to verify all federal aviation agency, FAA, notice to airmen, notems, and fly informed before every flight, it's set.
[SPEAKER_00]: This was the second interception in the restricted area of the day and the fifth over the course of the weekend. [SPEAKER_00]: NORAD emphasized that the flares used during such missions are handled with care, do not pose a risk to the public. [SPEAKER_00]: Flares burn out quickly and completely and there is no danger to the people on the ground when dispensed.
[SPEAKER_00]: The organization noted, adding that they are used with the highest regard for the safety of the intercepted aircraft and people on the ground. [SPEAKER_00]: NORAD has issued repeated warnings to general aviation pilots about the importance of reviewing airspace restrictions before takeoff. [SPEAKER_00]: All pilots must familiarize themselves without dates to restricted airspace, including reviewing new and existing FAA items that impact their flight plans and activities.
[SPEAKER_00]: The agency said, at hearing to FAA restricted airspace protocols as mandatory, regardless of geographic region, airframe or aircrew. [SPEAKER_00]: Nor at reiterated its dedication to maintaining secure airspace and responding quickly to any unauthorized activity. [SPEAKER_00]: pilots are being urged once again to remain vigilant and check for all relevant FAA restrictions before flying.
[SPEAKER_00]: The FAA will continue efforts to educate the aviation community on the importance of applying when TFRs are in place. [SPEAKER_01]: Now it's snowing. [SPEAKER_01]: Unfilter.