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US Pilot Flies Cessna For Over 5 Hours To Air Paint Giant USA Map In Ohio Skies Ahead Of America's 250th Anniversary
24htopnews | July 5, 2026 12:08 AM CST

A pilot flew a 1981 Cessna R182 Skylane RG for more than five hours over Ohio on July 3, creating a giant "USA 250" message and a map of the United States ahead of America's 250th anniversary in 2026. Tracked live on Flightradar24, the precision flight drew widespread praise, though the pilot's identity remains officially unconfirmed

A pilot in Ohio has captured the imagination of aviation enthusiasts after spending more than five hours flying a carefully planned route that traced a giant map of the United States and the words "USA 250" across the sky.

The remarkable flight took place on July 3 and was tracked live on Flightradar24, allowing thousands of people to watch the artwork appear in real time. The aerial tribute comes ahead of the United States' 250th anniversary of independence, which will be celebrated in 2026.

The route featured impressive details, including outlines resembling the Great Lakes, Florida's panhandle and the edges of Texas, making the giant sketch instantly recognisable.

Precision flying draws widespread praise


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