Coast Guard Clears Atlantic for Three-Day Airshow
Published Date: 5/28/2026
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Summary
From May 29 to May 31, 2026, between 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., the Coast Guard is setting up a temporary safety zone in the Atlantic Ocean near Atlantic City, NJ, to keep everyone safe during an offshore airshow. Boats and people can’t enter this area unless they get special permission. This means some water traffic will be paused for a few hours each day, but it’s all about keeping the skies and seas safe and fun!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Temporary Safety Zone Pauses Water Traffic
From 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on May 29, May 30, and May 31, 2026, a temporary safety zone closes a polygon of the Atlantic Ocean near Atlantic City, NJ. Boats and people may not enter, transit, anchor in, or remain inside that area during those times unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port or a designated representative.
Permission Required; Contact on VHF-FM Channel 16
If you need to enter the regulated area during enforcement hours (11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. on May 29–31, 2026), you must get permission from the Captain of the Port, Sector Delaware Bay, or a designated representative. To seek permission, contact the Captain of the Port or their representative on VHF-FM channel 16 and comply with any lawful orders.
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