Israel was prepared to shoot down FlyDubai plane, sources say
Summary
Israel prepared to shoot down a FlyDubai plane after the co-pilot attacked the captain and tried to crash the flight. The plane made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after passengers and off-duty pilots stopped the co-pilot.Key Facts
- The incident happened on a FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv with over 150 Israelis on board.
- The co-pilot stabbed the captain and tried to crash the plane.
- Israel has a plan to deal with dangerous situations involving planes, including possibly shooting down hijacked aircraft.
- Israeli fighter jets were sent out but called back when the plane turned toward Saudi Arabia, where Saudi jets intercepted.
- Passengers, staff, and two off-duty pilots helped regain control of the plane.
- The plane made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
- The co-pilot is being questioned in the United Arab Emirates, with Saudi and Israeli participation in the investigation.
- Israel’s protocol requires the prime minister to decide on shooting down a plane to prevent attacks on important sites.
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