Rescue Flight From Saudi Arabia Lands Safely in Israel After Hijacking Scare
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
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- Rescue flight from Saudi Arabia lands safely in Israel.
- Co-pilot allegedly attacked captain, triggering hijacking scare.
- Incident being investigated as potential terrorism.
- Israeli fighter jets were scrambled during the crisis.
- Passengers to meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu.
A Flydubai flight carrying Israelis back from Saudi Arabia landed safely at Ben Gurion Airport on Wednesday evening, concluding hours of aerial drama. The aircraft had been diverted to Saudi Arabia earlier after a distress signal, indicating possible hijacking, was received from its cockpit. Israeli fighter jets were scrambled and scrambled to escort the plane after contact was lost.
It was later revealed that the co-pilot, identified as an Omani citizen, allegedly stabbed the main pilot in the cockpit. This incident is being investigated as a potential act of terrorism rather than a mental health issue, according to Israeli officials who are awaiting further information from Saudi authorities. Crew members and passengers reportedly intervened, subduing the assailant.
An Israeli official described the situation as averting a "very heavy disaster." The passengers had been stranded in Saudi Arabia since the flight, FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv, was forced to land there following the incident in the cockpit. Upon arrival in Israel, the passengers are expected to be debriefed by officials before meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu and Transportation Minister Regev.
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