Passenger Films Stabbing Incident Aboard Israel-Bound Flight

A passenger aboard a FlyDubai flight bound for Israel captured harrowing footage and audio after a co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain, an incident that led to the plane making an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.

In a video shared on X, a passenger with blood visible on his face and shirt described the unfolding events. "We’re here during the hijacking of an airplane. At this point we’ve subdued the terrorists, we’re approaching landing. Whoever is hearing me, we need help," the man stated. He confirmed the plane was landing in an unfamiliar area and that everyone on board was safe except for the pilot. "We need help," he pleaded.

Another passenger recounted the ordeal to his family, describing the situation as "rough." He mentioned that one pilot was seriously injured and being taken to a hospital, while the "terrorist" involved was being attended to. "Everything is drenched in blood," he reported, adding, "Your dad is a hero. One of the heroes."

Israeli officials have launched a terrorism investigation into the incident. Channel 12 reported that one official confirmed, "one pilot stabbed the other and tried to do a 9/11."