Hackers hit check-in and boarding systems, forcing Brussels, Heathrow, and Berlin Brandenburg airports to operate manually.
Brussels Faces Flight Disruptions and Cancellations
Brussels Airport said the cyberattack affected its service provider, not individual airlines.
Officials canceled nine flights, diverted four, and delayed 15 by at least an hour.
The airport warned 35,000 travelers to check flight confirmations before arriving.
Sunday plans include canceling half of all departures to manage queues and avoid late disruptions.
Collins Aerospace Confirms System Failure
Collins Aerospace admitted a “cyber-related disruption” hit its global software at select airports.
Passengers rely on the system to check in, print boarding passes, and create bag tags.
The company has not revealed how long the repairs will take or the full extent of the attack.
Berlin and London Keep Flights Moving
Berlin Brandenburg Airport avoided cancellations but warned of longer check-in and boarding times.
Heathrow Airport reported minimal disruptions and no canceled flights.
The incident underscores Europe’s exposure to cyberattacks targeting critical airport infrastructure.
