American Airlines 787-9 Diverts Mid-Flight Due to Airport Restrictions

On June 2, 2025, American Airlines Flight AA780 from Philadelphia to Naples, operated by a Boeing 787-9, diverted to Rome mid-descent upon realizing Naples Airport couldn't handle the aircraft's dimensions.
The flight, typically using a smaller 787-8, was upgraded to a 787-9 for operational reasons. However, the larger aircraft's landing restrictions at Naples led to the unexpected diversion.
Naples Airport's infrastructure limitations, including runway length and apron size, restrict larger aircraft like the 787-9 from landing, necessitating the diversion.