Air traffic controllers in Argentina plan a series of strikes beginning Thursday, disrupting nationwide flights as they demand better working conditions and pay.
The Asociación Técnicos y Empleados de Protección y Seguridad a la Aeronavegación (Atepsa), representing air traffic controllers in Argentina, has officially announced a series of service interruptions set to begin on Thursday, February 26. The union is demanding a salary adjustment and improvements in working conditions from the Empresa Argentina de Navegación Aérea (Eana). This decision follows a recent union meeting, which sought to address ongoing concerns among its members regarding their pay and work environment.
The upcoming strikes are expected to significantly impact aviation across the country, with the union detailing specific times of inactivity that will affect all airports nationwide. As the public anxiously awaits further details, airlines are preparing for potential disruptions, aiming to minimize the impact on passengers. This situation has added stress to an industry that has already faced numerous challenges in recent years, including the COVID-19 pandemic's lingering effects.
This organized strike by air traffic controllers underscores the broader labor issues in Argentina, particularly as workers seek better compensation amid rising living costs. The actions could lead to increased scrutiny on the government's response to labor negotiations and may inspire similar movements in other sectors facing similar grievances, illustrating a growing trend of labor activism in the country.
