IDF's Anti-Hijacking Protocol "Global Trade" Activated After Flydubai Incident
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
Israel's "Global Trade" protocol for combating airplane hijackings was activated on September 30 after an attempted hijacking of a Flydubai plane. Developed after 9/11, the protocol automatically dispatches fighter jets upon receiving a distress signal. The jets aim to neutralize threats, protect passengers, and prevent attacks on strategic sites, with the option to down the aircraft in extreme cases.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel's "Global Trade" protocol was activated on September 30 after a Flydubai plane was targeted for hijacking.
- The protocol, developed after 9/11, automatically scrambles fighter jets upon receiving a distress signal.
- The primary goal is to neutralize hijackers and protect passengers and crew.
- Fighter jets can escort the plane or, in extreme cases, shoot it down.
- The protocol also aims to prevent hijacked planes from hitting strategic national assets.
The Israeli Air Force's protocol for thwarting airplane hijackings, codenamed "Global Trade," was activated on September 30 following an attempted hijacking of a Flydubai aircraft. This directive was developed in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks.
Upon receiving a distress signal from an aircraft, the "Global Trade" protocol is automatically initiated. Within seconds, fighter jets are scrambled to intercept the plane, aiming to neutralize hijackers and terrorists. The primary objectives are to prevent the incident from escalating and to safeguard the lives of passengers and crew.
Additionally, the fighter jets are tasked with preventing a hijacked aircraft from striking strategic national assets. The response can involve escorting the aircraft to a safe landing or, in extreme circumstances where there is a clear and present danger, shooting down the plane to avert a larger catastrophe on the ground. Alternatively, if the situation can be contained, the fighter jets will escort the hijacked aircraft to a designated airport.
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