FlyDubai Plane Lands Safely in Saudi Arabia After Pilot Altercation
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A FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv experienced an in-flight emergency when the two pilots, a Russian and a Ukrainian, engaged in a physical altercation in the cockpit. The plane initially transmitted distress codes 7700 and 7500, indicating an emergency and potential hijacking, respectively. The aircraft changed course and was diverted to Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia, where it landed safely. Israeli fighter jets were scrambled in response to the incident. All passengers and crew were accounted for.
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