American Airlines Flight From New York To India Diverted To Rome Over 'security Issue'

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An American Airlines flight bound for India was diverted to Rome on Sunday due to a "security issue," according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

Flight 292 from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York landed safely at 5:30 p.m. local time at Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, the FAA said in a statement to USA TODAY.

The New Delhi bound flight was diverted after crew members reported the security issue, though the FAA's statement did not specify what the issue was.

Law enforcement inspected the plane and cleared the aircraft to re-depart, American Airlines said in a statement to USA TODAY. The airline said that the issue was determined to be non-credible, but Indira Gandhi International Airport protocol required an inspection.

The Associated Press reported that two fighter jets flew over the airport before the landing and that fire trucks were on the tarmac after the plane landed.

"Safety and security are our top priorities and we thank our customers for their understanding," American Airlines said in the statement.

USA TODAY reached out to Leonardo da Vinci International Airport and Indian aviation officials but did not receive an immediate response.

This is a developing story that may be updated.