Power outage: Heathrow shuts down all Friday

LONDON - Heathrow Airport shuts down all Friday due to a "significant power outage". Operations have been suspended until 11.59pm local for safety reasons, the airport said on X. Passengers were advised not to travel to the airport, British Airways faces major disruptions before the weekend.

Due to a "fire at an electrical substation supplying the airport", Heathrow is experiencing a significant power outage.

"To maintain the safety of our passengers and colleagues, Heathrow will be closed until 23h59 on 21 March," the airport said on X. "Passengers are advised not to travel to the airport and should contact their airline for further information. We apologise for the inconvenience."

 
According to "Flightradar24" around 120 aircraft had to be directed to alternative airports or return to their departure airports.