American airlines: The flight coming from New York from New York to Delhi has suddenly been diverted to Rome. According to the US media report, the flight has been diverted due to security reasons. This flight is from American Airlines. American Airlines aircraft AA 292 had to turn to Fiumicino Airport in Rome in an emergency after receiving a bomb threat.
Crew members information to explosive equipment
Crew members found intelligence information about explosive equipment in the aircraft, after which immediate action was taken under the International Aviation Safety Protocol. According to the Airnev radar tracking service, the aircraft suddenly changed its path over the Mediterranean Sea and moved towards Rome for emergency landing.
European air traffic control alert
Italy officials including Rome Emergency Response Team and Law Enforcement agencies are on high alert. After the aircraft arrives at the airport, a special force has been deployed to handle the situation. European Air Traffic Control has also been fully alerted. According to a UK News report, a spokesman for American Airlines issued a statement that the flight has received a bomb threat. In the statement, passengers have been described as the first priority of the crew safety.
American Airlines released a statement
A American Airlines spokesperson said, “The American Airlines flight AA292 going from New York to Delhi has been diverted to Rome due to possible security threat in the aircraft. At present, there is no information about injuries or disturbances in the aircraft. We are working together with the officials. We appreciate the patience and cooperation of our passengers. ” After the landing of the aircraft, passengers will be taken out and they will be protected. The officers will use the bomb detector and check the entire aircraft including cargo hold and passenger cabin. (With the input of Vishal Pandey)
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