SALT LAKE CITY — A high-altitude balloon flying over Utah was intercepted by fighter jets Friday, according to the North American Aerospace Defense Command.The balloon was deemed not to be a threat to national security, with NORAD adding that it was not maneuverable.
"The FAA also determined the balloon posed no hazard to flight safety," said NORAD in a statement."NORAD remains in close coordination with the FAA to ensure flight safety." According to CBS News, the balloon appeared to be made of Mylar and contained a hanging small-cubed box, and remains in the air and is expected to be over Georgia later Friday.
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