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Minimum services decreed for flights to Azores and Madeira during public sector strike

The government has set minimum services for inter-island flights in the Azores, as well as flights between the autonomous regions and the mainland, for the public administration strike on Friday, October 2. Essential flights (military, state, and critical) are guaranteed, along with specific connections between Funchal, Porto Santo, Ponta Delgada, Horta, Corvo, Santa Maria, Pico, Terceira, Graciosa, and São Jorge. SATA will offer free flight date changes for passengers affected by the disruption.

Why it mattersIf you are traveling to or from the Azores or Madeira on Friday, October 2, expect significant flight disruptions and check your status with SATA, which is offering free rebooking to mitigate the impact of the public sector strike.

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