A Brussels Airport spokesperson confirmed that a recent cyberattack has significantly impacted flight schedules, resulting in delays and cancellations. So far, the airport has experienced 10 flight cancellations due to the incident.
Meanwhile, London Heathrow Airport addressed the issue through its official X account. The airport explained that Collins Aerospace — a provider of check-in and boarding systems for several airlines across multiple airports worldwide — is currently experiencing a technical problem. This may cause delays for departing passengers.
While Collins Aerospace works to resolve the issue promptly, Heathrow Airport advises passengers to check their flight status with their respective airlines before traveling. Passengers are also encouraged to arrive no earlier than three hours before long-haul flights or two hours before domestic flights. Additional staff are available in the check-in areas to assist passengers and help minimize disruption. The airport apologized for any inconvenience caused.
British low-cost carrier EasyJet reported that its operations remain normal. The airline advised passengers flying from London today to complete their web check-in before arriving at the airport to ensure a smooth experience.
Airlines around the world have issued passenger advisories amid the cyberattack. Air India, for instance, warned that a third-party passenger system disruption at Heathrow might cause delays during the check-in process. However, their ground teams in London are actively working to reduce inconvenience.
US-based United Airlines stated that the issue has caused only minor delays, with no flight cancellations to date. Similarly, Delta Air Lines reported minimal operational impact from the cyberattack. The airline has implemented workaround measures to reduce disruptions.
A spokesperson from multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate RTX explained, “The impact is limited to electronic customer check-in and baggage drop and can be mitigated with manual check-in operations. We are working to fix the issue as quickly as possible.”
Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) released a statement confirming ongoing communication with Berlin Airport regarding infrastructure disruptions linked to an outage affecting a global passenger handling system.
In the UK, the National Cyber Security Centre is collaborating with Collins Aerospace and the affected airports to fully understand the incident’s impact.
British Transport Minister Heidi Alexander commented on the situation, saying, “I am monitoring the situation closely and receiving regular updates.”
Passengers are encouraged to stay informed and check for updates from their airlines as authorities and service providers continue to address the cyberattack.
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