Temporary Safety Zone Established for Aerobatic Flight Over Morehead City Harbor

The Coast Guard has created a temporary safety zone over Morehead City Harbor in North Carolina. The zone covers a specific section of the harbor and applies on May 30, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. During that hour, no boats or people may enter the area unless they get permission from the Captain of the Port.

Why it matters: This is a standard safety measure for a specific event. It does not change long-term navigation rules or restrict harbor access outside the one-hour window. The practical effect is simply that boaters and mariners need to avoid a defined patch of water on the afternoon of May 30, 2026, or contact the Coast Guard for permission to enter.

Who it affects

• Boaters, kayakers, and recreational mariners planning to use Morehead City Harbor on May 30, 2026

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This rule was issued by the U.S. Coast Guard and published in the Federal Register; you should verify the exact coordinates and contact procedures in the original document before making navigation plans.

Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document