An American Airlines flight from Philadelphia to Naples diverted to Rome because the aircraft, a Boeing 787-9, was deemed too large for Naples Airport. Despite being only 70 miles from its destination, the operational limitations meant that the flight could not land, leading to a significant inconvenience for passengers who were bused over two hours to Naples after landing in Rome. The usual Boeing 787-8 is smaller and meets the necessary firefighting service requirements for Naples, while the larger 787-9 does not, reflecting differing airport regulations.
A transatlantic American Airlines flight diverted due to operational limitations, resulting in passengers being bused from Rome to Naples after the aircraft was too large for the destination.
The flight to Naples, typically serviced by a Boeing 787-8, was redirected due to the operational requirements of the larger Boeing 787-9, which cannot land at Naples Airport.
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