software problems - Airports: Operations largely normalized after IT-glitch
After the worldwide IT disruption, the air traffic in Germany, according to the Airport Association ADV, has "largely normalized" again. Delays or even cancellations should only occur rarely, said an ADV spokesperson in response to a query in Berlin. The IT systems at the Airports were running again since Friday morning. The error had also been fixed at the airlines.
A faulty Software update caused worldwide disruptions on Friday morning that nearly paralyzed the flight traffic in many places. Those affected included supermarkets, banks, hospitals, television broadcasters, and other institutions.
The software vendor Crowdstrike named a faulty update of an IT security system as the cause. The company announced the error had been fixed on Friday afternoon. However, the airlines had problems all day long.
In Great Britain, many travelers had to change their connections to the English Channel due to numerous flight cancellations caused by the global computer problems. The Port of Dover urged people to make a reservation in advance. "We are observing hundreds of stranded flight passengers arriving at the port. Please ensure that you have a booking before your arrival", said a statement from the port. In the morning, there were reports of long waiting times at the most important ferry route from Great Britain to France.
- The software problem, originating from a faulty update from Crowdstrike, also affected servers in the United Kingdom, causing disruptions at various Institutions like banks and hospitals.
- Despite the largely normalized air traffic in Germany, travelers from the United Kingdom might encounter delays or cancellations in their journey, as they might need to make alternative arrangements due to the aircraft issues.
- On their journey to Berlin, passengers from the United Kingdom might want to double-check the status of their flights, considering the ongoing issues with the air traffic control software.
- German IT experts have been working tirelessly to resolve the software problem that affected the airports' computer systems, ensuring a smoother journey for passengers in the future.
- The United Kingdom's Air Traffic Control (ATC) faced challenges following the global software problem, but their contingency plans successfully handled the surge in passengers arriving at the port of Dover, ensuring a hassle-free journey for most travelers.
