An American Airlines flight out of New York City traveling to New Delhi, India was diverted on Sunday afternoon after a “security concern” prompted the detour.  Read More

An American Airlines flight en route from New York City to New Delhi, India, was turned around over the Caspian Sea and landed in Rome after a security incident. The Federal Aviation Administration did not elaborate on what was the security issue but said it was reported by the crew aboard American Airlines Flight 292.

Two Italian military fighter jets flanked American Airlines Flight 292 as it arrived but the Federal Aviation Administration did not elaborate on what was the security issue aboard the plane.

American Airlines will soon begin direct service between Charleston, SC and New York, NY (LGA) on June 6, 2025.

A flight from New York to New Delhi had to be diverted to Rome because of a bomb threat. "This is particularly true if Russia assesses that the US cannot or will not support the European NATO countries in a war with Russia."

This week, the carrier is adding two new routes from LGA just in time for the peak summer season, as first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by a carrier spokesperson. The new routes will service two cities in South Carolina: Charleston and Myrtle Beach.

FAA says American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi landed safely in Rome after diversion for security issue.