One pilot 'stabbed the other' and 'apparently tried to crash' Israel-bound plane, Netanyahu says
- On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, Flydubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after the co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain during a cockpit altercation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.
- Passengers and crew broke into the cockpit to restrain the attacker as the jet plunged from 34,000 feet to 14,000 feet in about 30 seconds, according to Netanyahu, who credited them with preventing a major disaster.
- Flight-Tracking data showed the aircraft transmitted emergency codes 7700 and 7500 during descent, with 7500 signaling unlawful interference. Video footage revealed two wounded men on the cabin floor with passengers providing emergency medical treatment.
- Saudi authorities arrested the co-pilot, an Omani national, following the landing at Tabuk Airport. Israeli officials characterized the cockpit struggle as a suspected terror attack thwarted by passenger intervention.
- Despite lacking formal diplomatic ties, Israel and Saudi Arabia coordinated the emergency landing, as security agencies investigate the co-pilot's motives ahead of the anniversary of the Hamas-led October 7, 2023, attacks.
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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed in a video message that one of the pilots had tried to crash the plane. He was overwhelmed – and another pilot, who happened to be on board, landed the plane.
A flight pilot from FlyDubai between Dubai and Telavive stabbed the colleague and tried to take off the plane, according to Netanyahu. An Israeli passenger and a crew member dominated him in the cockpit. The plane landed emergency in Saudi Arabia and the pilot was arrested. Israel speaks in attempt of terrorist attack
When the plane started to plummet, a passenger and a crew member managed to break into the cabin
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Flydubai flight lands in Saudi Arabia after fight in cockpit; injured pilot hospitalised
A flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv experienced an emergency situation over Saudi Arabia. The aircraft sent emergency codes indicating possible hijacking, prompting a quick response from Israeli Air Force jets. Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, convened to address the unfolding events. The aircraft was diverted to Saudi Arabia, where further clarification of the situation is expected.
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