A Flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv diverted to Saudi Arabia after a reported altercation between the pilot and co-pilot. The incident occurred mid-flight, prompting the crew to transmit emergency signals. Israeli officials stated the situation was not believed to be a hijacking attempt.
The flight landed safely at Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk airport. The airline confirmed the plane experienced an "incident" en route and provided no further details. Israeli media reported that the pilot and co-pilot appeared to have gotten into a fight, leading to the emergency diversion.
This is not the first time a flight bound for Israel has diverted due to a cockpit incident. Earlier this week, concerns about a possible airplane hijacking briefly gripped Israel, though authorities later dismissed the threat. The Lebanese army also reported that an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon wounded a soldier and three civilians.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region, with flights between the Middle East and Israel often subject to heightened security measures. While the exact cause of the altercation remains unclear, the diversion underscores the sensitivity of air travel in the area. No casualties were reported, and the plane arrived safely at its alternate destination.
