How to track Santa: The NORAD Santa tracker
December 23, 2024
NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command), tasked with protecting US & Canadian airspace will be tracking Santa’s progress again this Christmas Eve. This much-loved tradition combines holiday cheer with advanced technology.
How it all started
The NORAD Santa Tracker began in 1955 when a misprinted phone number in a newspaper ad led children to call a military command centre instead of Santa. The officer on duty decided to play along, providing updates on Santa’s location. Since then, NORAD has embraced the tradition, using its resources to track Santa every Christmas Eve.
How to follow Santa
Families can view the NORAD Santa tracker right here on the Aerospace Global News website:
The NORAD Santa Tracker has become a global phenomenon, with millions of people checking in each year. Volunteers at NORAD answer calls and emails from children excited to know when Santa will arrive at their homes.
