DGAC Reports Piñera's Fatal Helicopter Crash Caused by Sudden Fogging Phenomenon

Former Chilean President Sebastián Piñera died in a helicopter crash caused by a sudden fogging phenomenon, highlighting aviation safety concerns amid adverse weather conditions.

• The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (Chile) reported that Sebastián Piñeras helicopter crash was due to a sudden internal fogging phenomenon, known as flash fogging, obstructing the pilots visibility.
• Despite all regulations being followed, including the helicopters maintenance and the aircraft pilots licensing, Piñera became spatially disoriented and crashed into Lake Ranco.
• The DGACs final report confirmed that no pre-existing issues were found with the aircraft, emphasizing the rarity of the flash fogging phenomenon in aviation incidents.