# American 777 Diverts Over Gear Issue, Then Replacement 777 Diverts Over Engine Issue

_Jul 24 10:42_

Tags: American Airlines, Boston, London, New York, airline, safety & operations, industry news

American Airlines flight AA108 from Boston to London diverted to New York due to a gear issue, and its replacement aircraft subsequently diverted to Boston due to an engine problem, leaving passengers back at the origin

## Summary

On Monday, July 20, 2026, American Airlines flight AA108 (BOS-LHR) operated by a Boeing 777-200ER (N772AN) diverted to New York (JFK) after the crew could not retract the landing gear. The aircraft landed at 10 PM. American assigned a replacement 777-200ER (N784AN) to continue the journey. However, this second aircraft diverted to Boston (BOS) approximately 40 minutes into the Atlantic crossing due to engine issues, landing at 3:15 AM on Tuesday, July 21. Passengers effectively returned to their starting point after roughly 6 hours and 45 minutes

## Why it matters

Affects American Airlines loyalty members and route planners.

## Sources cited

- [One Mile at a Time](https://onemileatatime.com/news/american-777-diverts-gear-issue-replacement-777-diverts-engine-issue) — Ouch: American 777 Diverts Over Gear Issue, Then Replacement 777 Diverts Over Engine Issue

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