Heathrow Airport Closure Disrupts Global Travel Due to Fire

A power outage caused by a fire at a substation led to a complete shutdown of London's Heathrow Airport, disrupting air travel worldwide. The airport was scheduled to handle over 1,300 flights and 291,000 passengers, but the incident resulted in extensive delays, cancellations, and midair turnarounds for many flights, including American Airlines Flight AA730, which had to return to Charlotte after making a 180-degree turn over Canada. Passengers expressed their frustration over poor communication and treatment during the chaos, with some reporting skyrocketing hotel prices as stranded travelers sought accommodation. The airport remained closed until at least midnight, leaving many travelers, like honeymooners returning from the Seychelles, shocked and disappointed as their flights were diverted to other countries. The incident highlights the significant impact of unexpected infrastructure failures on global travel.