Disruption of operations at significant European airports due to cyberattacks, resulting in potential flight delays
In a series of unfortunate events, a cyberattack has caused disruptions at several major European airports, including London Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin. The company affected by this attack is Collins Aerospace, the service provider for these systems.
The attack has resulted in delays and cancellations on Saturday, with passengers advised to confirm their travel plans with airlines before heading to the airport. Despite the chaos, Frankfurt Airport, Germany's largest, has managed to stay unaffected.
At Berlin Airport, longer waiting times at check-in are being reported due to a technical issue, but no specific details about its nature have been provided. On the other hand, an official from the operations control centre at Zurich Airport stated that it has not been impacted.
Brussels Airport has announced that automated systems are currently inoperable, allowing only manual check-in and boarding procedures. London Heathrow Airport has also warned of delays due to this issue, but it's important to note that the airport has not been mentioned as being affected by a hazardous materials incident, as reported in a separate incident.
Regarding flights departing London airports, no information about technical issues affecting them has been provided in the latest reports. However, an article titled "Dubai-UK travel: Emirates flights operating as per usual amid technical glitch" suggests that flights departing London airports are not affected by these technical issues.
At this point, no further details about the source of the cyberattack have been provided. As the situation continues to evolve, it's crucial for travellers to stay informed and be prepared for potential delays or changes in their travel plans.
