Australia: Lingering flight disruptions likely at Melbourne Airport (MEL) following security breach early Oct. 11; delays and cancellations reported

Event

Lingering flight disruptions are likely at Melbourne Airport (MEL) over the coming hours following a security breach at the facility early Oct. 11. Authorities have indicated that a person entered the terminal without going through the regular security screening process, forcing officials to rescreen hundreds of passengers and disembark at least one plane. Significant flight delays have been reported in addition to some cancellations.

Lengthy lines are likely at security checkpoints at MEL as airport authorities work to rescreen passengers.

Advice

Reconfirm flight reservations and allow additional time to pass through security at MEL if you are booked to fly via the airport Oct. 11. Adhere to all instructions issued by airport authorities.