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NORAD detected, tracked and intercepted Russian Aircraft near the Bering Strait
Alaskan NORAD Region/Alaskan Command/11th Air Force
Feb. 19, 2026 | 1:20
North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter aircraft positively identified and intercepted Russian Tu-95 and Su-35 military aircraft near the Bering Strait Feb. 19, 2026. NORAD employs a layered defense network of satellites, ground-based and airborne radars and fighter aircraft to detect and track aircraft and inform appropriate actions. NORAD remains ready to employ a number of response options in defense of North America and meeting presence with presence. (U.S. Department of War video)
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