The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented drone flight restrictions over specific areas in New Jersey, primarily targeting power stations and critical infrastructure. These restrictions, limited to a maximum altitude of 400 feet, are solely applicable to drones and do not affect civilian airplanes or helicopters.
As per the FAA's statement, a total of 22 Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) have been put in place in response to requests from federal security partners. The aim is to prevent drone flights over vital infrastructure in New Jersey.
Despite the recent surge in reported drone sightings in the Northeast, public officials have emphasized that there is no imminent threat to safety or national security. The newly imposed flight restrictions cover several power stations, including Cedar Grove Switching Station, Athenia Switching Station, Hudson Switching Station, PSE&G Kearny Switching Station, and Bayonne Switching Station.
This latest set of airspace restrictions represents the most extensive measures taken since the onset of the drone-related concerns approximately a month ago. The restrictions are set to remain in effect until January 17. Additionally, existing drone bans over Trump's golf course in Bedminster and Picatinny Arsenal, a US military research facility, have been active since November 26.
