Barcelona airport sees four more flights cancelled on third strike day
The total number of cancelled flights at Barcelona’s El Prat Airport surpassed 40 on the third day of an indefinite strike by ground handling staff which Spanish authorities have estimated could affect two million passengers this summer.
Barcelona's El Prat Airport experienced a fourth flight cancellation on Thursday, as part of a third day of an indefinite strike by ground handling staff. The strike, organized by Groundforce employees responsible for passenger check-in, boarding, luggage handling and flight coordination, has seen over 40 flights cancelled in total.
On Tuesday, 20 flights were cancelled, and 18 on Wednesday, with at least four more cancelled on Thursday, bringing the total to 42. Strike committee spokesperson Esther García said management remains unwilling to resolve the conflict, citing deteriorating risk prevention and occupational health conditions as reasons for the walkout.
The Spanish Ministry of Transport estimates the strike could affect two million passengers this summer, with reduced minimum services guaranteed for certain flights. Passengers should check with their airlines for updates and be prepared for potential delays and cancellations.
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