St. Elmo's fire on an aircraft indicates:

Engine fire

Static electrical discharge due to flying in precipitation or near thunderstorms

Correct

Fuel leak

Oxygen system malfunction

Explanation

St. Elmo's fire is a visible electrical discharge (corona discharge) from pointed parts of the aircraft, indicating high static charge buildup, often near thunderstorms.

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