Fighter jets intercept plane that entered restricted airspace over D.C.F-16 fighters intercept plane that entered restricted airspace over D.C.
U.S. F-16 fighters intercepted a civilian plane that entered restricted airspace over Washington, D.C. on Tuesday. The aircraft was safely escorted from the area by military officials. Interceptions of civilian planes in restricted airspace are not uncommon, with similar incidents occurring in the past year.
- ▪F-16 fighters intercepted a civilian plane that entered restricted airspace over D.C.
- ▪The aircraft entered the restricted area around 11:15 a.m. and was escorted by NORAD.
- ▪Pilots must have specific clearance and be in contact with air traffic control to operate in the restricted area.
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U.S. F-16 fighters intercept plane that entered restricted airspace over D.C. By Kerry Breen Kerry Breen News Editor Kerry Breen is a news editor at CBSNews.com. A graduate of New York University's Arthur L. Carter School of Journalism, she previously worked at NBC News' TODAY Digital. She covers current events, breaking news and issues including substance use. Read Full Bio Kerry Breen Updated on: May 20, 2026 / 9:33 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google F-16 fighter planes intercepted a civilian plane that entered restricted airspace above Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, safely escorting it from the area, military officials said. The aircraft entered the Washington D.C.
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