Luis Vidarte
Luis Vidarte, 55, is a supervisor at the Madrid-Torrejón air traffic control center. He was prominently featured in the news following a significant power outage on April 28, 2023, that disrupted air traffic across Spain. Vidarte's experience and proactive approach were key in managing the airspace during the crisis, as he and his team adapted to rapidly changing conditions to maintain safety and communication in a high-stakes environment.
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Luis Vidarte, an air traffic controller, managed to direct flights during the blackout despite communication failures.
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