Flydubai flight to Israel diverted after attack on pilot

A Flydubai aircraft bound for Tel Aviv was diverted after a pilot attacked his co‑pilot during the flight, stabbing him in an incident that appears to have been an attempt to bring down the passenger plane. Video footage released after the event shows the aftermath of the assault on the cockpit crew.

The incident occurred mid‑flight, prompting the flight crew to regain control and land safely. The co‑pilot survived the stabbing, and the aircraft was able to complete its journey without further incident.

Following the attack, Flydubai announced a temporary suspension of all flights to and from Israel while it conducts an internal review and coordinates with authorities.

Israel’s defence minister described the episode as a thwarted “terror attack.” Israeli officials said they will question the co‑pilot as part of their investigation into the event and its motives.

The investigation remains ongoing, with both the airline and security agencies assessing the circumstances of the attack and determining any further actions required for passenger safety and flight operations.