Cyberattack Disrupts Check-In and Boarding at Multiple European Airports Causing Flight Delays and Cancellations

A cyberattack on a third-party service provider responsible for check-in and boarding systems has disrupted operations at several European airports including Brussels, London Heathrow, Berlin Brandenburg, and others. The attack, which began late on Friday night, forced airports to switch to manual check-in and boarding procedures, causing significant flight delays and cancellations. Brussels Airport, expecting 35,000 departing passengers on Saturday, urged travelers to check flight status before arriving and recommended arriving early for both Schengen and non-Schengen flights. The service provider is actively working to resolve the issue, but the full list of affected airports and the identity of the provider have not been officially disclosed. Airports affected by this incident emphasized monitoring official channels for updates and advised passengers to only come to the airport if their flights are confirmed. Some airports like Zurich reported normal operations, indicating the disruption is not universal across Europe.