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Influencer Pilot Ethan Guo Freed From Chilean Antarctic Base After Two Months

Prosecutors still allege he filed false flight data.

Overview

  • He was transported by a Chilean Navy vessel to Punta Arenas after a judge approved his release.
  • The agreement requires donating about $30,000 raised to a childhood cancer charity within 30 days, leaving Chile promptly, and accepting a three-year entry ban.
  • Authorities say he flew beyond his authorized route to Antarctica; his lawyer says he diverted for weather with permission.
  • He spent about two months at the Lieutenant R. Marsh Base during the Antarctic winter and turned 20 while detained.
  • His trip sought a seven-continent solo record tied to a $1 million cancer research fundraiser, and some outlets report charges were dropped, a point not consistently confirmed.