Aviation school student dies after having an allergic reaction in celebration with ritual The National Civil Aviation Agency (Anac) spoke out about the case of engineer Gustavo Henrique Lara, a 27-year-old aviation school student who died after participating in a celebration for having graduated and completed his first solo flight. He suffered an allergic reaction during the ritual known as the "oil bath", in which a substance used in aircraft engines is thrown onto the bodies of newly graduated pilots. The situation happened on Thursday night (16) in Ponta Grossa, in Campos Gerais do Paraná. In a note sent to g1, Anac lamented the death, issued a warning and said that it is essential to "rethink celebration rites". ? Follow g1 Ponta Grossa on WhatsApp In the text, the Agency mentioned that aeronautical chemicals, such as aviation oils and lubricants, should not, under any circumstances, come into contact with the skin, as advised on the labels of these materials. "The use of these products during celebration rituals poses risks to people's health, and may even lead to death. The Agency reiterates to aviation schools, flying clubs and other instructional organizations that, in aviation, safety always comes first. Therefore, it is essential to rethink celebration rites for the completion of training stages and ensure that any demonstration is conducted in a responsible manner, without exposing students, instructors or third parties to risk." Family filmed the student's first solo flight, carried out shortly before the ritual Provided by the family In a statement released on social media, the Civil Aviation Instruction Center (CIAC) of the Aeroclube de Ponta Grossa expressed regret at the student's death and said that, out of respect for his memory, his family and the "work of the authorities responsible for investigating the facts, it will not make any additional comments on what happened until the investigations are completed". See full note below. According to delegate Lucas Petry, who is responsible for the investigation, the oil was thrown at Gustavo by a school instructor. He confirmed having thrown the substance at the young man during the celebration and said that graduates are bathed from the neck down, says the police chief. According to the Civil Police, he presented himself spontaneously at the police station and was arrested in the act for manslaughter, when there is no intention to kill. He was heard and released after paying bail of R$3,000. His name was not released. Map: Aviation student dies in PR g1 What the prisoner said, according to police The suspect presented himself spontaneously. According to the police, he confirmed that he threw the substance at the young man during the celebration and said that graduates are bathed from the neck down. The Civil Police also reported that, "so far, no elements have been identified that indicate an intention to cause the victim's death." The investigation will investigate the circumstances of the case, including the composition of the substance used, the amount used, the affected areas of the body and whether there is a relationship between the procedure performed and the death. Necroscopic, toxicological and chemical-expert examinations were requested to confirm the cause of death. The police must also analyze images, documents and listen to witnesses, participants in the ritual and the victim's family. Farewell Gustavo Henrique Lara, 27 years old, was an engineer Reproduction On social media, friends and family paid tribute to Gustavo. In the publications, they describe him as a beloved young man, with dreams and plans ahead of him. "Today was supposed to be the happiest day of his life, as he was fulfilling his biggest dream. Beautiful boy, with a giant heart, he will be sorely missed," they wrote. "What an immense sadness, Gustavo Henrique Lara. You were a great cousin and friend. At the times I needed you most, you called and took me for a walk", wrote a cousin. What Anac says See below the full note sent to g1 by Anac: "The National Civil Aviation Agency (Anac) deeply regrets the death of aspiring pilot Gustavo Henrique Lara, which occurred after a commemorative ritual held at an aviation school, in the city of Ponta Grossa (PR), last Thursday (16). aeronautical products, such as aviation oils and lubricants, should not, under any circumstances, come into contact with the skin, as advised on the labels of these materials. The use of these products during celebration rituals poses risks to people's health, and may even lead to death. The Agency reiterates to aviation schools, flying clubs and other educational organizations that, in aviation, safety always comes first. exposing students, instructors or third parties to risk. Anac follows the case and reinforces its trust in the authorities responsible for investigating the facts." What the aviation school says See, below, the full note released by the Civil Aviation Instruction Center (CIAC) of the Aeroclube of Ponta Grossa: "The Civil Aviation Instruction Center (CIAC) of Ponta Grossa expresses its deepest regret for the death of pilot Gustavo Henrique de Lara, which occurred after completing his solo flight. We clarify that the regrettable event occurred outside the CIAC area, shortly after the end of the flight activity of yesterday (16). In this moment of immense sadness, we express our solidarity and our most sincere feelings to the family, friends and everyone who lived with Gustavo Lara, wishing them strength and serenity to face this irreparable loss.