An operation is underway at Sydney Airport after a firearm was discharged as federal police officers attempted to arrest a man inside a domestic terminal.

A crime scene has been sectioned off in the T2 terminal. 

The ABC understands the man was being detained by officers in a struggle when the police gun was fired. 

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) confirmed the man had been arrested.

“An investigation into the incident has been launched … and there is no ongoing threat to the public,” a spokesperson said. 

“Further comment will be provided at an appropriate time.”

In a statement, Sydney Airport said it was assisting the AFP following the incident.

“No injuries occurred as a result of the incident. An arrest has been made and the airport is operating normally,” it said.

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