Pilot Stabs Captain on Flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv
A FlyDubai flight traveling from Dubai to Israel made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot stabbed the captain and passengers intervened.
On a FlyDubai flight with a capacity of 174 passengers traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, the aircraft made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot attacked the captain. Passengers entered the cockpit to neutralize the attacker in the incident where injured individuals received medical treatment.
Stabbing Attack During Flight
It was reported that the co-pilot attacked the captain with a knife on a flight heading from Dubai to Israel. During the incident, which was evaluated as an attempt to crash the plane, the aircraft experienced a sharp descent.
According to information provided by witnesses and the Israeli government, passengers on board noticed the danger, managed to enter the cockpit, and struggled to neutralize the attacker.
Emergency Landing in Saudi Arabia and Condition of Passengers
Following the scuffle and dangerous moments, the aircraft made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Shaken by the incident, the passengers reached Israel on Wednesday evening with another flight.
Israeli emergency services announced that three passengers with minor injuries received treatment.
Statements from Authorities and Investigation
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the attacker was an Omani citizen who was arrested and interrogated in Saudi Arabia. Netanyahu praised the courage of the captain pilot, who fought back despite being seriously injured.
The FlyDubai airline announced that it has suspended all flights to Israel until a comprehensive investigation into the incident is conducted.