Hackers hit check-in and boarding software, forcing Brussels, Heathrow, and Berlin Brandenburg airports to operate manually.
Brussels Faces Major Travel Delays
Brussels Airport reported nine canceled flights, four diversions, and 15 delays exceeding an hour.
Officials warned 35,000 passengers to confirm flights before traveling Saturday.
Sunday departures will be halved to prevent long queues and last-minute cancellations.
Cyberattack Hits Collins Aerospace Systems
Collins Aerospace admitted a “cyber-related disruption” affected its airport software, which handles check-ins, boarding passes, and bag tags.
The company is assessing the full impact and recovery timeline.
Berlin and London Adjust Operations
Berlin Brandenburg cut connections to affected systems, warning passengers about longer check-in and boarding times.
Heathrow avoided cancellations, reporting only minor disruptions.
Airports across Europe now face scrutiny over cyber vulnerabilities in critical travel infrastructure.
