Hundreds of flights delayed at Heathrow and other airports after apparent cyberattack

A cyber-related incident caused significant delays at several major European airports over the weekend, including Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin. The issue was attributed to a problem with Collins Aerospace, a company that provides technology services to airports. The disruption resulted in hundreds of flights being delayed, causing inconvenience for travelers. While the exact nature of the cyber-related incident was not specified, it appears to have affected the technology systems used by the airports, leading to difficulties in processing passengers and managing flight operations. Authorities and the affected companies are investigating the incident to determine the cause and ensure the restoration of normal operations. The incident highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to cyber threats and the importance of robust cybersecurity measures to maintain the smooth functioning of essential services.