American Airlines #AA174 to London diverted to Charlotte following issue with the Boeing 777

American Airlines flight #AA174 experienced a mechanical issue shortly after departing from Raleigh/Durham for London Heathrow on a Boeing 777-200ER aircraft. The crew made the decision to turn around near New York City and landed in Charlotte after a 3-hour flight. A spare aircraft took over the flight the following day and arrived at London Heathrow at 18:40 local time. This incident highlights the importance of thorough maintenance procedures to ensure the safety of passengers and crew on long-haul flights. It also demonstrates the airline's ability to efficiently handle unexpected situations by providing a spare aircraft to minimize disruptions for travelers.