The FAA has issued a temporary flight restriction (TFR) over Chicago, Illinois for Thursday, October 7, 2010 due to a visit by President Barrack Obama. The Notice to Airman (NOTAM) was issued yesterday effective October 7th from 4:45 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. CDT. The restriction should not result in any delays or cancellations of any flights departing or arriving at Chicago airports, however, it's best to check with your airline if planning to fly tomorrow around the times of the TFR. General aviation pilots that may be flying to or from the Chicago area should review the NOTAM and ensure their flight will not conflict with the restrictions. Presidential TFR's encompass a diameter of 30 nautical miles and will affect the airports of Chicago Executive (PWK), Dupage (DPA) and all other airports within 30 miles of downtown Chicago as well as within 30 miles of O'Hare Airport (ORD).
For full details on the TFR NOTAM, pilots should refer to the FAA TFR website as well as obtain a full briefing prior to any flights in or near the the city of Chicago on October 7th.
Given the number of violations of TFR's that have recently occurred, it is extremely important that pilots always obtain a full flight briefing prior to any flight as the FAA can issue a TFR at any time.
President Obama will be in Chicago for a fundraiser and campaign speech for Senate Candidate Alexi Giannoulias. First Lady Michelle Obama will be in town next Wednesday at which point another VIP TFR will most likely be issued.
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