Teenager dies after medical emergency during flight to São Paulo

A 13-year-old boy, identified as Diogo Pompermayer Marchiori, died after experiencing a sudden medical emergency during a flight from Vitória, Espírito Santo, to Guarulhos, São Paulo.

Marchiori was traveling with his parents to attend a medical appointment at Hospital Albert Einstein. According to reports, the teenager had been receiving treatment for a heart condition since childhood. Approximately 30 minutes before landing, he reportedly complained of severe chest pain and subsequently lost consciousness.

The Gol airlines crew requested priority landing at Guarulhos International Airport, arriving 19 minutes ahead of schedule. During the flight, medical professionals among the passengers, including two nurses, provided initial first aid. Upon landing, emergency teams met the aircraft and transported the teenager to a local hospital via ambulance. Despite medical efforts, he passed away upon arrival at the healthcare facility.

Gol stated that the crew followed emergency protocols and provided assistance to the family. The official clinical cause of death has not yet been released by medical authorities.