Online Questions Led MN Sheriff To Explain Low Flying Aircraft

With the 're-appearance' of 3I/ATLAS coming in the next day, there have been plenty of people focusing their attention towards the sky, and some Minnesota residents across Central Minnesota noticed low-flying planes. Enough people noticed that a Minnesota Sheriff has put out an online statement regarding the aircraft and is putting the public at ease.

Not A UFO, But Why Are Central MN's Seeing Low-Flying Planes?

The Sherburne County Sheriff shared on social media that they had received phone calls and online questions surrounding low-flying aircraft in the Princeton, Zimmerman, and Livonia areas. The sheriff's office addressed those questions with a post to social media.

The U.S. Geological Survey is using the aircraft to map the area according to the Sherburne County Sheriff's Office.

Not Uncommon To See Low-Flying Planes

While seeing a lower flying aircraft can be concerning, it isn't really uncommon across parts of Minnesota, especially in the Central Minnesota area. Camp Ripley has been a hub of low-flying aircraft for years, leaving residents in that area numb to the sights and sounds.

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Many other communities often see lower flying planes during the growing season as some producers hire aircraft to spray their fields.

What To Do If You See A Low-Flying Aircraft

According to the FAA, the federal organization that oversees aircraft in the US, "If you witness a drone or aircraft operation that you believe is currently presenting a danger to you or other persons, or is being used to commit a crime, please report it immediately to your local law enforcement or first responders. They can protect public safety and can help discourage dangerous or illegal activities."

The FAA also encourages you to get photographs of the aircraft, the time, and place of the incident, and any other information that might be important to share.