Frankfurt Airport recently faced a significant disruption due to an IT outage caused by damage to cables associated with Germany’s rail lines. This incident led to the cancellation and delay of numerous United Airlines, Lufthansa, and Air Serbia flights, impacting the operations across the Lufthansa Group and other airlines operating from the airport. Consequently, Frankfurt Airport had to temporarily halt its operations. Similarly, Zurich Airport also experienced operational disruptions due to a systems meltdown, which affected the airport’s capacity significantly during the morning hours, resulting in several flight cancellations and delays. Both incidents highlight the vulnerability of airport operations to IT and power outages and underscore the importance of robust systems and contingency planning to handle unexpected disruptions effectively.
For travelers, it’s always advisable to check with the airlines and the respective airport’s official communication channels for real-time updates and guidance during such events. ABTA recommends checking with transport providers to determine if they are affected by the global IT outage that has impacted various businesses, including some in the transportation sector. Due to potential delays, travelers should ensure they have essential items such as snacks, medication, baby formula, and nappies in their hand luggage.
The provided tables detail both cancelled and delayed flights departing from Frankfurt Airport and arriving at Zurich Airport, including information about origin, date, scheduled time, arrival terminal, baggage claim area, airline, and codeshare information. The tables offer a comprehensive overview of the affected flights from different airlines, enabling passengers to stay informed about potential disruptions to their travel plans. The detailed information provided can help travelers make informed decisions and take necessary precautions to mitigate the impact of flight cancellations and delays caused by airport disruptions.
