On February 26, air traffic controllers in Argentina begin a strike that will affect flights across the country until March 2, due to salary demands from the union Atepsa.
On Thursday, February 26, a strike by Argentina's air traffic controllers begins, led by the Asociación Técnicos y Empleados de Protección y Seguridad a la Aeronavegación (Atepsa). The strike is scheduled to last until March 2 and is a response to the lack of a substantive salary proposal from the Empresa Argentina de Navegación Aérea (EANA). The industrial action is expected to cause significant delays and flight rebookings across all terminals in the country, affecting thousands of travelers.
The strike is part of a broader labor movement being organized by Atepsa to address ongoing grievances related to pay and working conditions. As public transport is crucial for Argentina’s economy and connectivity, this action draws attention to the plight of workers within the aviation sector, advocating for fair compensation. The planned schedule indicates that the services will be disrupted specifically between the hours of 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM on the first day of the strike, although the impact is likely to reverberate throughout the entire week.
Travelers are encouraged to check with airlines regarding the status of their flights, and the situation raises questions about the potential for further strikes or actions if the union's demands are not met. This strike not only affects domestic air travel but also highlights the larger context of labor rights and economic struggles in Argentina during a challenging economic climate.
