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Dubai–Tel Aviv flight diverted after reported cockpit altercation

A Flydubai flight carrying about 170 people was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after a reported confrontation between the two pilots. The airline said the co-pilot stabbed the commander, while reports said one pilot lost consciousness.

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What is happening

Passengers reported hearing shouting and seeing blood. The aircraft, traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, made an emergency landing in Tabuk. The reported motive—that one pilot wanted to crash the plane—remains an allegation.

Why is it on the Radar?

The incident involved a passenger aircraft with about 170 people on board and required an emergency diversion and landing.

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