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‘Is that for Taylor Swift's wedding?': Pilots stunned by double rainbow over airport
By Julia Elbaba at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
Pilots and air traffic controllers at Newark Airport were captivated on July 3 when a vivid double rainbow appeared during a stretch of extreme heat, thunderstorms and lightning across the Northeast.
As the colors intensified, the crew took their excitement to the radio, with one asking, “Is ...
Key takeaway As the colors intensified, the crew took their excitement to the radio, with one asking, “Is that for Taylor Swift’s wedding?
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
While the vivid double rainbow over Newark Airport captivated pilots and air traffic controllers, Trophy Club residents can appreciate the unique atmospheric conditions that produced the rare phenomenon. Similar extreme heat and thunderstorms have been known to affect the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Denton County. The combination of intense sunlight and water droplets in the air can create striking rainbows, making for a breathtaking sight. Although the double rainbow in question was not visible in the local area, Trophy Club residents may recall instances of spectacular rainbows appearing after thunderstorms in the region. The intersection of severe weather and beautiful natural displays is a reminder of the dynamic and unpredictable Texas climate, which can bring both intense storms and stunning visual effects to the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Pilots and air traffic controllers at Newark Airport were captivated on July 3 when a vivid double rainbow appeared during a stretch of extreme heat, thunderstorms and lightning across the Northeast.
As the colors intensified, the crew took their excitement to the radio, with one asking, “Is ...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 10, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) and curated for The Trophy Club readers.
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