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Goodbye Son Sant Joan? A critical look at relocating the air traffic control center to Son Bonet

Does Son Bonet Improve Air Safety in Mallorca?

A new control centre at Son Bonet could help, but safety will still depend on resilience, backups and infrastructure.

Published: May 12, 2026
Goodbye Son Sant Joan? A critical look at relocating the air traffic control center to Son Bonet

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Will the new air traffic control centre near Marratxí make flying in Mallorca safer?

A newer control centre can improve technical conditions and add dedicated training and emergency space, which may support safer operations. But safety also depends on resilience, backup systems and how well the site is connected to power, data and transport infrastructure.

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