The U.S. is tracking a high-altitude balloon over the Midwest, but it’s not clear whether the balloon is a threat, officials said.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said officials are tracking a small balloon at roughly 43,000 to 45,000 feet. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is also assisting with the monitoring of the balloon.
NORAD fighter jets scrambled over Utah and determined it was “not maneuverable and did not present a threat to national security.”
“NORAD will continue to track and monitor the balloon. The FAA also determined the balloon posed no hazard to flight safety,” officials said in a statement. “NORAD remains in close coordination with the FAA to ensure flight safety.”
