Transport: Several major European airports disrupted by cyberattack
Several major European airports, including Brussels, London Heathrow, and Berlin, were disrupted on Saturday due to a cyber incident affecting software supplied by Collins Aerospace, the company said.
"We have been informed of a cyber-related disruption to our MUSE software at several airports," the company said. Illustrative photo Sipa / Marcin Nowak
A cyberattack is causing flight delays and cancellations across Europe this Saturday. Several major European airports, including Brussels, London Heathrow, and Berlin, have been disrupted for several hours due to a cyber incident affecting software supplied by Collins Aerospace, the company said.
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"We are aware of a cyber-related disruption to our MUSE software at several airports," the company said, adding that the impact "is limited to electronic customer check-in and baggage drop-off."
On its website, Brussels Airport stated that this "cyberattack" occurred "on Friday evening." "This has had significant consequences for the flight schedule and will unfortunately result in delays and cancellations," it added. "The situation is not resolved" as of Saturday morning, the airport stated, and check-in and boarding must be done manually.
In London, Heathrow Airport, the capital's main international airport, also indicated that it was affected by these disruptions, which "could cause delays to departures." Passengers are advised to check the status of their flight with their airline and to arrive well in advance to allow time for check-in formalities.
On its website, Berlin Airport also states that it has been affected by this "technical issue at a supplier." Collins Aerospace says it is working to resolve the incident "as quickly as possible."
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