New Airspace Restrictions in NY, DC, FL and CA
AOPA is
reporting here that "
the Homeland Security Department raised the terrorist threat level to orange, or "high risk." And with that, the FAA and Transportation Security Administration have imposed new airspace restrictions over the New York City and Washington, D.C., areas, along with Disneyland and Disney World. Notams implementing the restrictions became effective today (March 18
th)
at 3 p.m." EAA Coverage has more information and the complete NOTAM text.
There is some talk of more restrictions to come, so check Notams before the wheels leave the ground!