At 17 years old I Tried to Fly Plane Around the World Alone

At 17, I set out to become the youngest person to fly around the world alone. I could have never imagined what happened next.
This video is the start of a journey that would change everything, one that didn’t go to plan, but led to something even bigger...

This journey is also about raising $1 million to fight childhood cancer. If that mission resonates with you, consider donating below. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to that goal.👇

🧡 Donate & support the fight against childhood cancer:
https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/T...

🌍 Follow the journey on social media:
Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/ethanguo.rtw/

🔎 Learn more about the mission:
https://flightagainstcancer.com

🎬 Credits
Editor – Charlie Eguia ( https://www.instagram.com/vharlie_/ )
Editor – Marinus Beitinger ( /https://www.instagram.com/marinus.btgr/ )
Editor – Dylan Iten ( https://www.instagram.com/dylaniten/ )
Animation - Loren Asher ( https://www.instagram.com/toxic.tilapia/ )




Disclaimer:
This video has been edited for storytelling purposes. Some events have been shortened, condensed, or visually interpreted to enhance viewer experience.

All flights were performed by licensed professionals under proper safety regulations.
No aviation rules or legal procedures were broken during the making of this journey.

Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:31 Day 0: How Bad Can It Start?
2:40 What This Journey Is About Record and Charity
3:22 Inflight Emergency?!
4:42 Day 1: First Check in Memphis How Bad Is the Damage
6:18 Day 9: Bigger Problem Found, Trip Over?
8:20 Why I Do This Helping People and Planes
9:23 I Got Sick
9:53 Day 35: Back Fixing the Plane
14:37 Day 76: Flying Home. I Won’t Give Up.

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