The strike initiated by the Asociación Técnicos y Empleados de Protección y Seguridad a la Aeronavegación (Atepsa), the union representing air traffic controllers in Argentina, started on February 26 and will continue until March 2. This action is in response to ongoing salary disputes and demands for improved working conditions. The strike will cause flight delays and cancellations, significantly affecting air travel across the country.

The protest encompasses all Argentine airports, impacting both commercial and private flights. During the designated hours of the strike, which will last three hours each day, air traffic controllers will halt the authorization of aircraft movements and the reception of flight plans, leading to a virtual standstill of flight operations in the affected hours.

This work stoppage highlights the persistent issues within the aviation sector in Argentina regarding labor rights and fair compensation for workers. As the strike unfolds, travelers are advised to stay informed about their flight statuses due to potential disruptions and cancellations. The implications of this strike could prompt discussions about labor practices and regulations within the Argentine aviation industry moving forward.