American Airlines flights from New York were converted to Rome on Sunday over “possible security issues,” the airline said in a statement.
American Airlines flight 292 departed from John F. Kennedy International Airport, headed to Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi.
The airport safely landed at Leonardo da Vinci Rome Fiumicino airport, told ABC News.
American Airlines Flight 292 is flying around Rome, where it was repurposed, accompanied by the Italian Air Force on February 23, 2025.
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“Safety and security are our number one priority and we appreciate the understanding of our customers,” the airline said in a statement.
An official who was briefed on the issue told ABC News that the bomb threat was received via email but was deemed unfounded.
Indian authorities claimed that the aircraft would be checked out before landing in New Delhi, officials said.
The plane had 199 passengers and 15 crew members, the airline said.
Passengers are busing at the terminal for screening and the aircraft will be checked.
This is a developing story. Please check for updates.
Josh Margolin of ABC News contributed to this report.
