Spain: Air traffic controllers at Saerco-operated towers launch indefinite strike affecting multiple airports
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USCA and CCOO have called an indefinite strike from April 17 at airport control towers operated by Saerco, citing understaffing and safety concerns. The action affects operations at Sevilla, Jerez, Madrid–Cuatro Vientos, Vigo, A Coruña, El Hierro, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and La Palma airports, with ongoing disruptions expected while the stoppage continues.
This alert was originally created on 19 April 2026.
Public Impact
Airport
Effective Dates
Organizers
- USCA (Unión Sindical de Controladores Aéreos)
- CCOO
Affected Locations
- Sevilla
- Jerez de la Frontera
- Madrid-Cuatro Vientos
- Vigo
- A Coruña
- El Hierro
- Fuerteventura
- Lanzarote
- La Palma
Sources
- https://elpais.com/economia/2026-04-17/la-huelga-indefinida-de-controladores-aereos-de-saerco-afecta-al-aeropuerto-de-sevilla-donde-se-celebra-la-copa-del-rey.html
- https://www.infobae.com/espana/agencias/2026/04/07/sindicatos-convocan-huelga-en-el-gestor-del-trafico-aereo-saerco-a-partir-del-17-de-abril
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