A bomb threat forced an American Airlines flight to be diverted and escorted by two Italian Air Force Eurofighter Typhoons over the weekend.

WASHINGTON, DC – An American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi was diverted to Rome on February 23 due to a security concern that was later deemed “non-credible,” the airline confirmed. The aircraft landed safely in Rome, where law enforcement conducted an inspection before clearing it to continue its journey.

An American Airlines flight traveling to Delhi made a sudden diversion midair and was escorted to Rome by fighter jets due to a security issue on board.

An American Airlines flight from New York to Delhi was diverted to Rome due to a bomb threat. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, with 199 passengers, was escorted by military jets. View on euronews