Heathrow Airport Shutdown: What Travelers Need to Know and Alternative Option

Heathrow Airport Shutdown: A fire at an electrical substation triggered a power outage at Heathrow Airport, causing massive disruptions. The fire led to large flames and thick smoke, forcing authorities to evacuate around 150 people from nearby buildings. As a result, Heathrow Airport was temporarily closed, with officials announcing that it would remain shut until 11:59 PM on March 21.

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Impact on Flights & Airlines

Due to the shutdown, numerous flights were canceled or diverted. Air India was among the affected airlines, announcing changes to its flight schedule:

• AI129 (Mumbai to London) returned to Mumbai.
• AI161 (Delhi to London) was diverted to Frankfurt.
• AI111 and other flights scheduled for March 21 were canceled.
  However, flights to London Gatwick Airport remained unaffected.

What Should Passengers Do?

Check flight status

Passengers should stay updated through official airline websites, social media, or customer service helplines.

Consider alternative routes

Travelers can look for flights to nearby airports like London Gatwick.

Stay flexible

With ongoing disruptions, rebooking options may be limited, so passengers should explore different travel plans.

Authorities are working to restore normal operations, and updates will be provided as the situation develops. Until then, passengers are advised to stay informed and make alternative travel arrangements if needed.

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