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Third Air-Traffic Controllers’ Stoppage Halts Takeoffs Across Argentina

The stoppages stem from a pay plus reinstatement dispute after 17 failed talks, with ATEPSA seeking about 45% against a 15% offer.

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La medida de fuerza tendrá lugar en los aeropuertos de todo el país.
Claudia Villegas y su familia, recién llegados de Bolivia, tenían previsto embarcar esta mañana rumbo a su casa en Neuquén

Overview

  • Takeoffs are blocked nationwide today from 7–10 and 14–17, marking the third staggered stoppage since Friday.
  • Aerolíneas Argentinas says 178 services are affected today, including 82 cancellations and 96 reschedules, impacting more than 15,000 passengers.
  • The government is enforcing a 45% minimum service level with ANAC inspections and warns of fines or other sanctions for noncompliance.
  • Airlines report day‑long ripple effects beyond the stoppage windows, with ongoing rebooking and schedule changes across the network.
  • Further stoppages are scheduled for August 28 and 30, and industry tallies and airline estimates indicate total disruptions could exceed 100,000 passengers if all actions proceed, with losses so far estimated at $1.5–$2 million.