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Rep. Van Drew Claims Iranian ‘Mothership’ Behind New Jersey Drone Sightings
Rep. Jeff Van Drew claims mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey originate from an Iranian drone mothership stationed off the U.S. East Coast
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New Jersey State Senator Calls for Drone Ban Amid Mysterious Night Flights
New Jersey State Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21) has called for a limited state of emergency to ban all drone operations as authorities investigate
FAA
Mystery Drones Over New Jersey Prompt Mayoral and Congressional Action
Large mystery drones conducting repeated nighttime operations over central and northern New Jersey have sparked official action, with 21 Morris
New Jersey
New Jersey Senator Demands Emergency Hearing on Unexplained Drone Activity Over Critical Infrastructure
New Jersey State Senator Douglas J. Steinhardt has called for an immediate joint legislative hearing to address what he describes as alarming drone activity over military installations and critical infrastructure across the state. In a strongly worded letter to Governor Phil Murphy dated December 7, 2024, the senator criticized the administration’s dismissive response to ongoing…
FAA
Large-Scale Drone Activity Over New Jersey Raises Security Concerns
A wave of mysterious drone sightings across New Jersey has prompted investigations by federal authorities and raised questions about drone surveillance and airspace security. Reports describe large unmanned aircraft conducting systematic flights over critical infrastructure, including reservoirs, power lines, and railways across at least 10 counties since mid-November, reports the NY Times. The dr
Police
Medevac Helicopter Diverted Due to Mystery Drones in New Jersey
A medevac helicopter was forced to abort its emergency response mission in Branchburg Township, New Jersey, after encountering unauthorized drones near the designated landing zone, reports NJ.com. The incident, which occurred on November 26, adds to growing concerns about unexplained drone activity in the region. Emergency Response Disrupted The incident unfolded when first responders were…
FAA
FAA Restricts Drone Flights Over Trump Golf Club and Military Base Following Mysterious Activity
A series of unexplained drone sightings in New Jersey has prompted the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to implement temporary flight restrictions over two significant locations: the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster and the Picatinny Arsenal Military Base in Rockaway. Timing and Scope of Restrictions According to NJ.com, the FAA has established specific timeframes for…
New Jersey
FBI Investigates Mysterious ‘Car-Sized’ Drones Flying in Formation Over New Jersey
Multiple sightings of large, mysterious drones flying in formation during nighttime hours have triggered an FBI investigation in New Jersey, leaving residents unnerved and authorities searching for answers, reports NBC News. Late Night Aerial Activity Raises Concerns Residents in Morris and Somerset Counties, approximately one hour west of New York City, have reported witnessing what…
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