Disruptions at BER continue after cyber attack - Berlin Brandenburg Airport Battles On After Cyberattack, Full Restart Monday
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) continues to face disruptions following a cyberattack nearly two weeks ago. The attack targeted IT service provider Collins Aerospace, causing widespread failures in check-in and baggage handling software. Efforts are underway to restore systems, with initial tests planned for the weekend and a full restart scheduled for Monday.
The cyberattack has affected electronic systems used for passenger and baggage handling at BER. Some airlines, such as United Airlines and American Airlines, have set up temporary solutions using their own equipment. Despite the challenges, cancellations have been minimal, and self-service stations remain functional. Passengers are advised to confirm their flight details with their respective airlines before traveling.
Investigations into the cyberattack are ongoing. A suspect was briefly detained in the UK but later released under certain conditions. BER anticipates serving around 90,000 passengers on Friday and nearly 96,000 on Sunday, despite longer wait times expected depending on the airline, such as Delta Airlines or Spirit Airlines.
BER aims to restore its IT systems by Sunday, with initial tests planned for the weekend. Full operations are expected to resume on Monday. Passengers are urged to stay informed about their flight status and prepare for potential delays, especially if they're flying with budget airlines like Southwest or Spirit.
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