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Flydubai FZ1073 plane hijack scare: Who are the pilots? Here's what we know

Chaos erupted on a Flydubai flight headed from Dubai to Tel Aviv when the cockpit witnessed an intense clash between pilots just after departure. Emergency signals were sent, prompting a swift military response from Israel. Reports reveal that one pilot stabbed the other, forcing an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Fortunately, passengers and crew intervened, securing the injured pilot until landing. Investigations are currently exploring the incident further.

30 Sep 2026 5:00 pm