A gender reveal party in Sinaloa, Mexico, took a tragic turn when a small plane crashed, killing the pilot. The expectant couple had arranged for a small plane to fly over and release either pink or blue-colored powder to reveal the gender of their baby. As the plane approached, it released pink smoke, signifying that the couple would be having a daughter. Cheers and joy erupted among the guests as the couple kissed beneath the pink residue.
However, in the same moment, the Piper PA-25-235 Pawnee aircraft suddenly shot upwards and rotated on its side as one of its wings collapsed mid-air. The aircraft continued to spiral out of control before crashing, spewing pink powder as it flew past a parking lot.
The tragic incident claimed the life of the pilot, identified as 32-year-old Luis Angel N. He was the sole occupant of the small plane and was found in the wreckage after the crash. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he did not survive.
This is not the first time that gender reveal parties have resulted in accidents. In recent years, such events have become increasingly elaborate and sometimes dangerous. In some cases, homemade explosive devices or cannons have caused harm, emphasizing the risks associated with these celebrations.
The tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of gender reveal parties that involve pyrotechnics or other potentially hazardous elements.