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Israel-bound passenger plane makes emergency landing in Saudi Arabia

Israel-bound passenger plane makes emergency landing in Saudi Arabia

Summary

A passenger plane flying from Dubai to Israel made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after a fight broke out between the pilots. Israeli forces were alerted to a possible hijacking, but all passengers are safe and the situation is under control.

Key Facts

  • The FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Israel emergency landed in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
  • The emergency was caused by a dispute between the two pilots.
  • The plane descended rapidly and circled before landing.
  • Israeli military scrambled warplanes fearing a hijacking.
  • All passengers remained on the plane and are safe.
  • Saudi security forces surrounded the plane upon landing.
  • FlyDubai confirmed the incident and is cooperating with authorities.
  • The plane was a Boeing 737 Max 8 model.
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