**Teen Pilot's Antarctic Adventure Takes a Detour Following Detention**

Ethan Guo, a 19-year-old pilot, finds himself detained in Chile after a failed flight plan amidst his quest to fly solo across all seven continents.

An American teen’s ambitious journey to become the first person to fly solo to every continent has hit an unexpected hurdle as he was detained on King George Island in Antarctica. Ethan Guo, 19, was grounded by Chilean authorities after submitting a false flight plan during his expedition, which has drawn the attention of over a million followers online.

Chilean officials reported that Guo's deviation from his submitted flight plan triggered alert protocols managed by the country's General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics. He made his landing at Teniente R. Marsh airport amidst a backdrop of Antarctic research stations where temperatures often struggle to rise above freezing.

Guo's Cessna 182 aircraft set off from Punta Arenas, Chile, and was originally cleared to fly only over that area, according to regional prosecutor Cristian Cristoso Rifo. His arrest was formalized with charges related to violations of Chile's aeronautical code, which could result in short-term imprisonment.

Furthermore, authorities noted that his actions may have compromised the Antarctic Treaty, which governs international interactions concerning the icy continent. Despite the setback, Guo assured his followers through a social media update that he was safe and promised to provide more details shortly.

Before this incident, Ethan Guo had successfully navigated his flight to all other six continents in a remarkable journey spanning more than 140 days. Alongside his goal of becoming the first solo pilot to conquer all seven continents, Guo is also fundraising for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, aiming for a target of $1 million in contributions towards cancer research.