On September 30, 2026, an alarming incident occurred aboard a FlyDubai flight from Tel Aviv to Dubai. One of the pilots, a Russian national, attempted to deliberately crash the plane, leading to a tense situation in the cockpit where the second pilot, a Ukrainian, engaged in a fight with the attacker.
Details of the Incident
According to eyewitness accounts, the situation on board became critical when the aircraft began to descend sharply. The second pilot tried to stop the descent by fighting the first pilot, who was armed with a knife. As a result of the altercation, one of the pilots was injured, and flight attendants and passengers attempted to assist by trying to access the cockpit.
Reactions from Crew and Passengers
The crew issued a distress signal, and thanks to the efforts of other pilots, the plane was successfully landed in Saudi Arabia. During the incident, there was panic in the cabin as passengers screamed and prayed, trying to understand what was happening.
Versions of Events
Several versions of what occurred on board have emerged:
- One of the pilots attempted to crash the plane, leading to the sharp descent.
- The second pilot engaged in a fight with the first in an attempt to stop the descent.
- During the conflict, one pilot stabbed the other, causing panic among passengers.
- The reason for the conflict remains unknown.