ANAC Suspends Helicopter Pilot for Unauthorized Landing on Pinamar Beach
ANAC suspended the license of the AW109 helicopter pilot for 60 days after an unauthorized landing on Pinamar's "La Olla" beach. The incident, which transported cumbia singer Perro Primo, violated safety regulations and sparked widespread criticism for endangering tourists
The National Civil Aviation Administration (ANAC) has temporarily suspended the license of the AW109 helicopter pilot for 60 days following an unauthorized landing on "La Olla" beach in Pinamar last weekend. This decision came after it was determined that the maneuver violated safety regulations and endangered tourists in the area.
The helicopter, registration LV-ZBB, took off from Villa Gesell airfield and landed on the beach without obtaining the necessary permits. As part of the penalty, ANAC demanded the immediate surrender of the pilot's physical license and issued an infraction report that could lead to a financial fine.
The incident gained attention when it was revealed that the helicopter was transporting cumbia singer Perro Primo, who chose air travel due to the closure of land access to La Frontera, the venue for a local festival.
In a video shared on his official Instagram account, the artist documented his arrival on the beach, encouraging fans to attend the event. However, footage of the aerial approach and beach landing sparked significant backlash on social media, where users criticized the maneuver as dangerous and negligent due to its proximity to tourists.
Response from authorities
ANAC emphasized that the helicopter's unauthorized maneuver posed a serious risk to public safety and stressed its commitment to enforcing aviation regulations. "We will take all necessary measures to ensure compliance with current rules and prevent any actions that could compromise operational safety," the agency stated.
This incident highlights the critical importance of adhering to aviation regulations, especially in heavily frequented areas, and underscores the need for greater accountability among operators and event organizers regarding the potential consequences of such infractions.
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