BLUF
Hackers targeted Collins Aerospace’s check-in and boarding systems, disrupting operations at Heathrow, Berlin, and Brussels airports. Passengers faced long queues, cancellations, and delays before recovery. The incident underscores cyber vulnerabilities in critical aviation infrastructure.Learning Outcomes:
- Analyse the implications of cyberattacks on civilian aviation infrastructure for national and allied security.
- Assess resilience strategies and contingency planning for critical transport systems under cyber disruption.
- Evaluate private–public sector responsibilities in defending against transnational cyber threats.
