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A British Airways Airbus A350-1000 continued to London after a passenger died shortly after takeoff from Hong Kong, with the body kept onboard for more than 13 hours and moved to a rear galley to minimize visibility, a decision that led to odor complaints from some passengers; BA said there is no fixed protocol for handling deaths mid-flight and the aircraft arrived at Heathrow with authorities awaiting on the tarmac.
A cyber-attack on Heathrow and other European airports has caused significant delays and disruptions to check-in and baggage systems, affecting airlines and passengers, with ongoing investigations into the attack's origin.
A cyberattack on Collins Aerospace, a provider of check-in and boarding systems, has caused significant disruptions at major European airports including Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin, leading to delays and cancellations due to inoperable automated systems, with airports advising passengers to confirm flights before traveling.
A report into the fire at Heathrow's electricity substation revealed that moisture caused the failure, with the National Grid aware of the issue for seven years but failing to address it, leading to the airport's shutdown and highlighting vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure. Heathrow is considering legal action against National Grid due to perceived failings that contributed to the incident.
Heathrow Airport is considering legal action against National Grid after a fire caused by known faults at an electrical substation led to the airport's shutdown, affecting thousands of journeys and costing airlines millions. The investigation revealed neglect in maintenance despite known issues since 2018, raising concerns about infrastructure resilience and prompting an Ofgem investigation into National Grid's practices.
A Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-200 returning from Heathrow to Detroit due to a cracked windscreen, with the plane safely landing and passengers rebooked or accommodated, while the aircraft undergoes assessment and maintenance.
Security officers at Heathrow airport who are members of the Unite union will strike for 31 days between 24 June and 27 August, affecting terminals 3 and 5 and checks for non-passengers. The action could lead to queues at security, but it is unclear whether any airlines will cancel flights. The strikes come as Heathrow is struggling to recover from the impact of the pandemic. Unite described it as "a major escalation" in its pay dispute with the airport.