Operation NOBLE EAGLE is the name given to the military response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and applies to all air sovereignty and air defense missions in North America. NORAD is a binational command focused on the defense of both the U.S. and Canada, the response to potential aerospace threats does not distinguish between the two nations, and draws on forces from both countries. | North American Aerospace Defense Command

106K views · 591 reactions | NORAD is responsible for tracking every flight over the U.S. and Canada. They’re so serious about their job that not even Santa gets a free pass when he delivers his gifts on Christmas. Find out how they accomplish this amazing feat! #NORADTracksSanta #WeHaveTheWatch | North American Aerospace Defense Command | Facebook

Last week NORAD conducted an air defense exercise off the east coast of Canada and the U.S. Have a closer look at how we work to defend our nations with our partners | North American Aerospace Defense Command