Argentina: Unionized airport workers observing strike at Buenos Aires, Cordoba, and Mendoza airports, Aug. 15

Event

Unionized baggage handlers are observing strike action at airports in Buenos Aires, Cordoba, and Mendoza on Aug. 15. Over 40 flights have been delayed or canceled due to the ongoing strike, affecting around 10,000 passengers. The most impacted airports are Ezeiza Airport (EZE) and the Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) in Buenos Aires, the Cordoba Airport (COR) in Cordoba, and Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ) in Mendoza. The airline companies most affected by the ongoing strike are Latam (LA) and JetSMART (JA).

Further cancellations and delays are likely through Aug. 15. Lingering disruptions are likely after the strike concludes as airlines clear flight backlogs.

Advice

Reconfirm the status of flights before departure. Do not check out from the accomodation until flight status has been confirmed.

Resources

Ezeiza Airport
Jorge Newbery Airfield
Cordoba Airport
Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport