The New Jersey General Assembly adopted a resolution urging the federal government to launch a comprehensive investigation into the increasing number of unidentified drones reported in New Jersey airspace.
Over the past several weeks, reports of mysterious drone sightings have increased across New Jersey, alarming communities and raising questions about potential security risks. Recent incidents involving lasers being pointed at passenger planes have compounded these concerns, jeopardizing the safety of travelers and crew. Air medical services have reported difficulties landing safely due to drone activity, putting critical medical operations and lives at risk.
Drones have been observed in over a dozen counties, including near critical infrastructure and military installations. These escalating dangers prompted the resolution, AR173.
“The unexplained presence of these drones threatens our security and our peace of mind,” Assembly Majority Leader Louis D. Greenwald, D-Burlington/Camden, said in a release. “This is not just about unusual sightings – it’s about protecting critical infrastructure, safeguarding military installations, and ensuring the safety of millions of New Jersey residents. The federal government must act decisively, transparently, and with all deliberate speed to uncover the truth.”
Separately, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) put a one-month ban in place, banning drone flights over parts of the Garden State.