NEW HAVEN, CT (WFSB) -
Two F-15 fighters under the direction of the North American Aerospace Defense Command intercepted two general aviation aircraft during separate incidents.
According to officials, the fighters intercepted the first aircraft at approximately 7 p.m. over Long Island, NY after it entered the temporary flight restricted area. The restriction was put in place because of a visit by President Barack Obama to Connecticut for a two separate fundraising engagements.
After intercepting the aircraft, the F-15s followed it until it landed without incident, where the plane was met by local law enforcement.
The second aircraft was intercepted at approximately 7:30 p.m. near New Haven, CT in the temporary flight restricted area. Following the intercept the aircraft was allowed to proceed to its destination.
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