Heathrow, Brussels and Berlin airports hit by delays after ‘cyber attack’

Heathrow said passengers should check their flight status before travelling to the west London airport

Heathrow said passengers should check their flight status before travelling to the west London airport. Picture: PA

Flights have been delayed and cancelled at airports including Heathrow after an alleged cyber attack targeted a service provider for check-in and boarding systems.

London Heathrow, Brussels and Berlin airports are all experiencing delays and disruption following the “technical issue” affecting Collins Aerospace, which works for several airlines at multiple airports across the world.