The Departments of Homeland Security, Transportation, and Defense are coordinating the effort to strengthen airspace security.
The Departments of Homeland Security (DHS), Transportation, and Defense issued a joint statement announcing a temporary flight restriction (TFR) for drones in a coordinated effort to strengthen airspace security along the U.S. southern border. Any unauthorized drone activity up to 400 feet above ground level within one nautical mile north of the U.S.-Mexico border is prohibited as of Friday.
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated, “This action will help counter cartel drone threats, protect our personnel, and strengthen security in the airspace above the border. President Trump promised to secure the border, and we are delivering on that promise through continued action and strong partnership with [the] Department of Transportation and the Department of War.”
“The United States government will maintain 100% operational control of our border: land, air, and sea,” said Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. “For too long, cartels have taken advantage of gaps along our southern border. … By restricting unauthorized drone activity, we are giving commanders greater awareness, greater decision space, and more options to defend the Homeland. Equipped with cutting-edge technology—including Directed Energy Weapons—our warfighters will shoot down any cartel drone that threatens America’s sovereignty.”
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is publishing a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) regarding the TFR. DHS stated, “Drone operators are responsible for reviewing all applicable NOTAMs and restrictions before operating and must comply with the requirements in effect for their planned operations.“
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Mullin as he heads the Department of Homeland Security and efforts to prevent cartel activity along the southern border.
- For Secretary Hegseth as he oversees the military’s operations to counter unauthorized drone activity.
- For Secretary Duffy as he facilitates the Transportation Department’s collaboration with the other agencies to secure the U.S. border.
Sources: Department of Homeland Security, Townhall
