The pilots' union APLA announced a new strike that will seriously affect Aerolíneas Argentinas' operations this Tuesday, June 10. According to the company, between 6:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 22 flights will be canceled and another 28 rescheduled, disrupting the plans of more than 6,000 passengers.
The state-owned company warned that this service interruption will represent an estimated loss of 1.1 million dollars in direct and indirect damages. Aerolíneas' management stated that this is "a political strike, not a labor demand."
Aerolíneas accuses political motivations
In an official statement, Aerolíneas Argentinas claimed that the strike action promoted by APLA, led by Pablo Biró, doesn't respond to legitimate labor demands. "Less than 20 days after signing the latest collective bargaining agreement, this action lacks labor grounds. It responds to political interests of the union leadership," the company stated.
They also highlighted that the company has just achieved a positive operating result for the first time since its nationalization. "This contrasts with the union's support for previous administrations that caused losses exceeding 400 million dollars annually," they indicated.
Impact on passengers and operations
The strike affects flights at Ezeiza and Aeroparque airports, although it doesn't completely halt activity. Passengers are advised to check their emails to stay informed about changes to their itineraries. Those who purchased through travel agencies must contact them directly.
