Cyberattack Brings European Air Travel to a Standstill
A cyberattack targeting a service provider for check-in and boarding systems has disrupted operations at several major European airports, including London's Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin, causing flight delays and cancellations. The attack, which occurred on Friday night, has rendered automated systems inoperable, forcing airlines to switch to manual processing.
Heathrow Airport warned of delays due to a "technical issue" affecting software provided by Collins Aerospace, a provider of check-in and boarding systems for multiple airlines worldwide. Brussels Airport said the attack had a significant impact on flight schedules, leading to delays and cancellations. Berlin Airport reported longer waiting times at check-in and assured passengers they were working on a quick solution.
Passengers have been advised to confirm their travel arrangements with airlines before heading to the airport. By 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, 10 flights departing from Brussels Airport had been canceled, and 17 were delayed by over an hour. RTX, Collins Aerospace's parent company, confirmed awareness of a "cyber-related disruption" to its software in select airports and is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Frankfurt Airport, Germany's largest, and Zurich Airport have confirmed they are not affected by the disruption. The extent of the cyberattack is yet to be disclosed, and airports across Europe continue to monitor the situation closely.
Credit - BBC News
