What happened on diverted Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv?
Summary
A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after an emergency signal was sent when one pilot reportedly stabbed the other and tried to crash the plane. Passengers and crew managed to regain control, and the plane landed safely in Saudi Arabia where both pilots received hospital treatment.Key Facts
- The flight was traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv and was diverted over Jordanian airspace to Saudi Arabia.
- An emergency distress signal indicating unlawful interference was sent from the plane.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said one pilot stabbed the other and attempted to crash the plane.
- Passengers and onboard crew took control of the plane to stop the attack.
- The plane landed safely at Tabuk Regional Airport in Saudi Arabia.
- Both the captain and first officer were hospitalized with injuries.
- Israeli officials described the event as a possible attempted terrorist attack.
- Saudi authorities are investigating and interrogating the pilot involved.
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