Regulations and Government
Association Challenges Notam Language
AOPA has expressed alarm about new notam language that says pilots could be subject to criminal penalties for violations of TFRs and other security airspac

AOPA has expressed alarm about new notam language that says pilots could be subject to criminal penalties for violations of TFRs and other security airspace.

The association asked for clarification of new language in security notams that states, “Any person who knowingly or willfully violates the rules concerning operations [in National Defense Airspace] is subject to certain criminal penalties under [the Federal Transit Code].” It adds that violators can be intercepted, detained and interviewed by federal law enforcement/security personnel and/or DOD representatives.