A cyber-attack disrupted electronic check-in and baggage systems at several European airports, including Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin, causing widespread delays. While authorities continue investigating the incident, most airlines and airports are working to restore normal operations, with concerns about potential geopolitical motives. #CollinsAerospace #Eurocontrol
Keypoints
- The cyber-attack affected airline check-in and baggage systems at multiple European airports.
- Heathrow and other airports experienced long delays and increased manual check-in procedures.
- Collins Aerospace’s Muse software was impacted, leading to operational disruptions.
- Authorities are investigating whether the attack was linked to ransomware or state-sponsored hackers.
- The incident underscores the vulnerability of digital systems in global aviation infrastructure.