A cyberattack targeting check-in and boarding systems caused widespread disruption and delays at several of Europe’s busiest airports on Saturday.
London’s Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin airports confirmed they were affected after Collins Aerospace, a U.S.-based service provider, suffered a “cyber-related disruption” to its software. The company, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation, said the issue was limited to electronic check-in and baggage drop but could be managed through manual operations.
Heathrow advised passengers to check flight status with airlines, while Brussels airport warned of delays and cancellations. Berlin airport also reported long queues and urged patience as it worked on a solution.
Airports in Frankfurt, Zurich, and Paris reported no disruptions. Authorities said no group has claimed responsibility for the attack and there is no evidence of data theft so far.
Source: ALJAZEERA