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President Donald Trump does flyby in Air Force One at Daytona International Speedway

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President Donald Trump has officially arrived in Daytona Beach for the 67th running of the Daytona 500.

But before Trump made his way to Daytona Beach International Airport, Air Force One did a flyby over Daytona International Speedway, as captured on the FOX broadcast.

Once Trump lands at the airport, he will then make his way to Daytona. Trump is expected to spend two hours at the racetrack, per his schedule obtained by Jeff Gluck of The Athletic. With the Great American Race set for a 2 p.m. ET start, that means Trump will be present for about an hour of the action. Trump will head back to Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach after leaving Daytona.

This is not the first time Trump is attending the Daytona 500 as president. He previously served as the Grand Marshal in 2020 during his first term.

Donald Trump issues presidential message ahead of Daytona 500 arrival

Ahead of his arrival, Trump delivered a presidential message on the Daytona 500.

“Today, I look forward to joining tens of thousands of American Patriots in Daytona Beach, Florida, for the “Great American Race” — the legendary Daytona 500 — and the official start to the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series,” Trump wrote, via Rapid Response 47. “This iconic race showcases the fastest, most fearless drivers in motorsports, who represent our nation’s love of tradition, competition, and automotive innovation. The Daytona 500 brings together people from all walks of life — from lifelong racing fans to first-time spectators — they all join in celebrating a shared passion for speed, adrenaline, and the thrill of the race.

“From the roar of the engines on the track to the echo of the “The Star-Spangled Banner” soaring through the stands, the Daytona 500 is a timeless tribute to speed, strength, and the unyielding spirit that make America great. That spirit is what will fuel America’s Golden Age, and if we harness it, the future is truly ours.”