The Finnish Air Force confirmed that the pilots would face disciplinary consequences after an investigation was launched into the incident, according to a spokesperson. The spokesperson said the flights did not pose any danger to air traffic. The Air Force also said the cadets drew other shapes, such as hearts.
In 2020, two Russian pilots carried out a similar penis-shaped flight pattern in support of football captain Artem Dzyuba, and the unnamed crew of Pobeda airline were placed under investigation for the stunt. The student pilots are on the competitive Pilot Reserve Office Course at Tikkakoski air force academy. The specific penalties have not been disclosed, and it is unknown whether the cadets intended to draw the shapes or if it was a navigation error.