The Asociación Técnicos y Empleados de Protección y Seguridad a la Aeronavegación (Atepsa) announced the cancellation of a nationwide air traffic controllers' strike that was set to impact airports across Argentina. This decision follows a preliminary agreement reached between union representatives and the state-run Empresa Argentina de Navegación Aérea (EANA) during salary negotiations held in Buenos Aires. As a result, the planned cessation of work from 7 PM to 10 PM on February 27 has been called off, alleviating concerns of widespread travel disruptions for the day.

However, the union clarified that while Friday's planned protests have been suspended, the strike action will still persist through the weekend, reflecting ongoing frustrations regarding salary agreements that have yet to be fully resolved. This continued pressure from air traffic controllers highlights the ongoing negotiation challenges in the aviation sector of Argentina, as workers seek better conditions in an economy characterized by high inflation and reduced purchasing power.

The implications of the suspended protest are significant for travelers and the aviation industry in Argentina, as it temporarily eases the immediate threat of disruption at the airports. Nonetheless, the ongoing strike actions emphasize the need for a resolution to labor disputes within the industry, which could lead to further negotiations and tensions if satisfactory agreements are not reached soon, potentially impacting air travel in the near future.