Overview
- LATAM said 169 passengers were evacuated during boarding of flight LA3418 to Porto Alegre via the jet bridge and emergency slides.
- The blaze originated in ground cargo equipment operated by an external contractor positioned next to the aircraft.
- No injuries were reported and airport firefighters quickly brought the fire under control.
- GRU Airport temporarily halted refueling for about 10 minutes as a precaution during the response.
- LATAM rebooked customers—159 reached Porto Alegre overnight and meal vouchers were issued—while GRU and authorities pursue the cause.