Jets Over EB!
When the skies over East Brunswick buzzed with the roar of fighter jets, the local Facebook community took off on a commentary flight that was part spectacle, part mystery theater. Here’s how the drama unfolded, with the residents playing their parts to perfection.
“Where Are They Even Going?!” – The Conversation Takes Off
It all started with Dave, who looked to the skies and typed, “Anyone know where the fighter jets are going?” This simple query opened the floodgates to a flurry of speculation and satire.
Debbie, quick on the draw, speculated with a touch of conspiracy, “New York. Aircraft flew over UN in no-fly zone. Planes are flying North from Earle.” Because if you’re going to guess, why not aim high?
Anthony jumped in, scratching his head virtually, “Are you kidding? Ask him why there are planes flying over NJ?” A question to which no one really had the answer, but everyone had an opinion.
Robert F. couldn’t help but add fuel to the fire, “Anthony Caracciolo can’t fix stupid!” Meanwhile, Marci F.C. tried to be the voice of reason, or at least of less noise, “I believe they are jets that are abnormally loud and continuous. No reason to be snarky, a lot of people are asking.”
Rob W. compared the situation to local nuisances, “The loud mufflers are worse!!” Because if you can’t beat the noise, might as well join it with a comparison.
“Snark Overload” – East Brunswick’s Finest Weigh In
As a top contributor, Marci started her thread with, “Has anyone asked EBPD? Brad Cohen can you let us know what’s going on?
Daniel grabbed the sarcasm baton and ran with it: “Yes, absolutely. Next time the Navy or Marine Corps wants to fly over East Brunswick airspace, they’ll get permission from The Mayor!! OMG, people, WTF!! It’s a military flyover. Get over yourselves!”
And just when you thought it couldn’t get more theatrical, Rich speculated about the jets’ origins, “I heard they were from North Korea coming for Dennis Rodman’s birthday party.” Because international politics is obviously as local as East Brunswick’s airspace.
“Information or Misdirection?” – The Plot Thickens
Lou brought historical humor into the mix, “The Hindenburg is coming next,” and Tony, never one to miss a beat, added, “the humanity!” Because nothing says community chat like a good old disaster reference.
Cathy-Lynn tried to steer the conversation with a link to the USS New Jersey Commissioning Committee’s website, thinking perhaps facts would calm the masses. Yet, Bonnie expressed a sentiment felt by many, “This is way too close to 9/11 to let it just go unanswered and unannounced.”
Butch and Susan brought some much-needed clarity, or did they? “AIRCRAFT ALERT Anyone seeing/hearing the fighter jets: no cause for concern. They are doing flyover patterns for the new USS New Jersey at Naval Station Earle.” Clear as mud, right?
“From Sky High to Ground Level” – The Community Lands Its Points
As the thread wound down, the community had traversed from genuine curiosity to wild speculation, landing somewhere in the realm of comedic relief. East Brunswick’s residents had taken a simple military maneuver and turned it into an episode of communal banter worthy of an Emmy.
In the end, whether dazzled by the jets or just there for the comments, one thing was clear: when East Brunswick looks up, it’s not just about the jets; it’s about a community ready to engage, entertain, and maybe even educate—each other, at least in their own unique way. Here’s looking at you, East Brunswick—where even the skies can’t limit the conversation.
