Argentina: LATAM Airlines flight disruptions likely at airports nationwide as of Sept. 5 due to ongoing cargo workers' strike

Event

LATAM Airlines Argentina (4M) cargo workers affiliated with the Association of Aeronautical Personnel (APA) are on strike at Jorge Newbery (AEP, Buenos Aires), El Plumerillo (MDZ, Mendoza), and Ingeniero Aeronautico Ambrosio L.V. Taravella (COR, Cordoba) international airports as of Sept. 5. The action is due to a labor dispute surrounding the reinstatement of several unionized workers. Organizers state that the work stoppages, which began the evening of Sept. 4, will continue through at least the coming week and may affect other airports in Argentina; they have also threatened to expand the action if the management fails to meet their demands.

Several LATAM Airlines flights have experienced delays at the affected airports due to disruptions in ramp and baggage loading and unloading operations. Further LATAM Airlines flight disruptions are likely in the coming week. Lingering delays may occur after the situation normalizes as the airline works to clear passenger backlogs.

Advice

Reconfirm the status of LATAM Airlines flights over the coming days. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Allow additional time to complete check-in formalities.