American teen influencer Ethan Guo, attempting a record-setting solo flight to all seven continents for charity, has been stranded in the Chilean Antarctic since June after landing without authorization at a military base.
At a Glance
- Ethan Guo, 19, is raising funds for childhood cancer research
- Landed at Chile’s Lieutenant Rodolfo Marsh Base without permission
- Filed a flight plan for a different route but diverted to Antarctica
- Judge dropped charges in exchange for $30,000 donation and a 3-year Chile ban
- Currently awaiting weather clearance to depart the continent
From Fundraising to Fallout
Guo’s “Flight Against Cancer” mission began in May 2024, with the goal of flying solo through all seven continents and visiting dozens of countries to raise $1 million for childhood cancer research. By the time he reached Chile, he had already flown through nearly 60 countries. His plan had been to overfly the southern tip of South America before continuing his journey, but he instead landed at Lieutenant Rodolfo Marsh Base in Antarctica, violating Chilean aviation laws.
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The unplanned landing triggered legal action, with prosecutors charging him for submitting a false flight plan and making an unauthorized landing. The incident attracted global media attention, both for its unusual nature and for the public safety and regulatory implications of unsanctioned Antarctic flights.
Legal Settlement and Consequences
On June 29, a Chilean judge agreed to drop all charges in exchange for a $30,000 donation to a children’s cancer foundation. The settlement also included a three-year ban from Chile and a requirement that Guo depart the continent as soon as weather allows. The agreement avoided a lengthy trial but left the young pilot in limbo at a Chilean military base while awaiting safe flying conditions for his departure.
Chilean authorities emphasized that the decision balanced legal enforcement with the opportunity to support charitable work. However, aviation experts have criticized the incident as an unnecessary risk, citing Antarctica’s extreme weather and logistical challenges.
Continuing the Journey?
Whether Guo will be able to continue his mission remains uncertain. His original plan required precise timing and multiple international flight permissions, many of which may now need renegotiation. Supporters of his cause have rallied online, urging him to complete his journey once legal and logistical hurdles are cleared.
The episode underscores the complexity of high-profile solo flights, where publicity, regulations, and personal ambition can collide—sometimes with unexpected consequences.
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