Israelis Recount Terror on Flydubai Flight Hijacking Attempt

Passengers, including Israelis, recounted terrifying moments aboard a Flydubai flight that experienced an attempted hijacking. The incident began when an attacker, armed with a knife, entered the cockpit and stabbed at least one pilot, causing significant bleeding and loss of control of the aircraft. Passengers described hearing screams and seeing blood, fearing the plane would crash.

Israeli passengers played a crucial role in subduing the attacker and regaining control of the plane. One passenger filmed himself stating they had "controlled the terrorists" and were about to land, requesting help. He mentioned landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, and that all passengers were safe except for the pilot.

Another passenger, Miriam, speaking from Saudi Arabia, described the initial screams and the discovery of blood in the cockpit, which led to the plane losing control for several minutes. She recounted reciting prayers during the ordeal. She credited the Israeli passengers with neutralizing the "saboteur" and noted that a nurse and doctor provided initial aid to the injured pilot.

Miriam also stated that several pilots on board helped regain control of the aircraft, leading to an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Another passenger reported that their father and two others rushed the cockpit and managed to stabilize the plane after the attacker stabbed both pilots. The injured pilot was reportedly in serious condition, with another pilot also sustaining injuries but managing to land the plane.