Air Arabia flight nearly dives into sea moments after takeoff; investigation launched

An Air Arabia Airbus A320 flight from Catania to Amman narrowly avoided plunging into the Mediterranean shortly after takeoff on 20 September 2025, triggering a Ground Proximity Warning System alert. With two pilots and four crew on board, the flight continued safely. Italian aviation authorities (ANSV) have launched a formal investigation, while Air Arabia Maroc confirmed full cooperation and emphasized safety as its top priority.