Man refuses to board plane

Adriano Assis narrowly escaped a tragic plane crash in Brazil after being denied boarding on Voepass Airlines flight 2283 due to arriving late at the airport. Despite arriving early, Assis faced delays as no check-in staff were present, leading to his refusal to board the flight just before its scheduled departure. The flight tragically crashed in Vinhedo, São Paulo, killing all 62 people on board, including 58 passengers and four crew members. Following the news of the disaster, Assis expressed deep gratitude to the airport staff, acknowledging that their adherence to protocol ultimately saved his life. His experience has sparked widespread reactions, with many viewing it as a miracle or a matter of fate. The airline is now focused on supporting the victims' families and investigating the cause of the accident.