Charges dropped against teen pilot detained in Antarctica

Published: 8/12/2025
Charges dropped against teen pilot detained in Antarctica
Teen pilot Ethan Guo will not face charges after being detained in Antarctica for allegedly providing false information regarding his flight plan. He embarked on a journey to visit all seven continents in a bid to raise funds for childhood cancer research. The 19-year-old, who had visited six continents, flew to King George Island in Chilean territory, where he was detained by authorities. Despite the ordeal, Guo remains committed to completing his mission and raising $1 million for cancer research.