Israel says pilot tried to hijack Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv that diverted, landed in Saudi Arabia

Flydubai suspends Tel Aviv flights after flight deck safety incident

Flydubai has suspended its flights to Tel Aviv after a safety incident occurred involving flight FZ1073. The aircraft was diverted to Tabuk in Saudi Arabia, ensuring the safety of all passengers and crew. The airline's captain received medical attention but has since returned to the UAE following clearance. Investigations are currently underway to determine the specifics of the incident, and the airline is assisting affected passengers.

Why Do TSA Employees Spend so Much Time on Union Business?

Twenty-five years after the 9/11 attacks, we hardly need reminding that aviation security can never be taken for granted. But we got one anyway. On Sept. 30, a Flydubai flight carrying 174 passengers from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot stabbed the captain and, according to Israeli...

Flydubai Flight Diverted to Saudi Arabia After Mid-air Cockpit Attack

Flydubai flight FZ1073 has made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, following a sharp descent and the activation of emergency codes 7700 and 7500.

Inside flydubai FZ1073: 7500 hijack signal, cockpit fight and injured Indian pilot

Flydubai FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv sent emergency and hijack signals after a cockpit altercation injured its Indian captain before a safe landing in Saudi Arabia.

Pilot Attack Forces Emergency Landing on Israel-Bound Flight

A frightening midair emergency aboard a FlyDubai flight bound for Israel has drawn attention after reports that one pilot attacked another in the cockpit, forcing the aircraft to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Aviation and security experts said the actions of crew members and passengers helped prevent what could have become a greater tragedy as the aircraft landed safely. Former FBI official Andy Arena said the incident raises questi…