US F-16 fighter jets intercepted a small plane flying near President Bush's ranch last night.
The plane landed at an airport at San Marcos, Texas, and Secret Service agents were interviewing the pilot.
"There was a violation. The fighters did respond," said a Secret Service spokeswoman in Washington.
She said Mr Bush was never in any danger.
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The president and his family are spending the Easter holiday weekend at the central Texas ranch.