Rivers Sealed for Red Bull's Wacky Flying Machine Fiasco
Published Date: 5/29/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard is setting up a temporary safety zone on parts of the Ohio and Licking Rivers near Cincinnati for the Red Bull Flugtag event on August 9, 2025. Boats and people can’t enter this area unless they get special permission. This keeps everyone safe during the fun but wild flying competition—no extra costs, just clear rules for that day.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Temporary river transit prohibition
You cannot transit the Ohio River from Mile Marker 469.5 to 470.5 or the Licking River from Mile Marker 0.0 to 0.3 near Cincinnati, Ohio, on August 9, 2025, unless you get permission. The Captain of the Port Sector Ohio Valley or a designated representative must authorize any person or vessel to enter the safety zone during the Red Bull Flugtag event.
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