FAA temporarily bans drones in parts of New Jersey, notice threatens 'deadly force'

The government may use "deadly force" against the drones if they pose an "imminent security threat," the FAA said in a Notice to Airmen.

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F.A.A. Bans Drone Flights Near ‘Critical Infrastructure’ in New Jersey

The ban runs through Jan. 17 and precludes most drone flights in airspace near 22 communities, including the cities of Camden, Elizabeth and Jersey City.
The New York Times - 1h
FAA issues temporary ban on drone flights over some areas of New Jersey

The Federal Aviation Administration on Wednesday issued a ban on drone flights over nearly two dozen communities across New Jersey in the wake of ongoing complaints about brightly colored — and ...
NBC News - 1h
Drones banned in parts of New Jersey for one month unless issued permission

Federal Aviation Administration issues ban following dozens of night-time drone sightings reported across the state. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a one-month ban on drone ...
The Guardian - 2h
FAA temporarily bans drones in multiple New Jersey cities

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Wednesday issued temporary bans on drone activity in cities across New Jersey, citing "special security reasons" for the restrictions. Temporary flight ...
The Hill - 1h
FAA bans drones over several New Jersey towns. See the list.

Drones have been banned from flying over nearly two dozen New Jersey towns until Jan. 17, the FAA says.
CBS News - 3h
New Jersey mayor: Kirby drone comments 'ridiculous'

A mayor in New Jersey recently slammed White House national security spokesperson John Kirby for seemingly brushing off potential threats from unidentified drones that have been spotted more ...
The Hill - 6d
Are the drones flying over New Jersey safe?

Officials have debunked some theories about the mysterious drones hovering over New Jersey, but it is not yet clear what they are doing in the sky. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more on what's known ...
CBS News - 6d
Details on mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey

There are far more questions than answers about the mysterious drones that have been spotted over New Jersey in recent weeks. The Pentagon said Wednesday they don't appear to be coming from ...
CBS News - Dec. 12
Pentagon investigates dozens of drone sightings in New Jersey

The Pentagon assures the public there's no evidence linking New Jersey's drone sightings to a foreign threat, but the origin of the drones remains unclear.
CBS News - Dec. 12