Flight crisis to UAE intensifies after hijacking attempt
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What happened
- On September 30, a flydubai copilot attacked the captain and attempted to crash the aircraft en route from Dubai to Tel Aviv, causing it to plunge thousands of feet before passengers and off-duty pilots intervened to regain control and land in Saudi Arabia.
The Times of Israel
- The UAE awarded honors to the flight crew who thwarted the attack, including the captain and two Kenyan flight attendants, recognized by Dubai's crown prince.
0404 News
- Passengers report that Israeli government authorities have provided no coordinated assistance for trauma recovery despite initial attention from Prime Minister Netanyahu.
- Flight prices to the UAE have skyrocketed, with basic fares to Abu Dhabi reaching $1,300 round trip, amid ongoing security tensions and a canceled Israeli delegation visit.
Israel Hayom
- About 100 survivors are pursuing a class-action lawsuit against flydubai and Israeli and UAE authorities over alleged security failures that allowed the attack.
Why it matters
The incident has exposed gaps in government support for trauma victims and exposed ongoing security and diplomatic friction between Israel and the UAE that is affecting civilian air travel and pricing.The Times of Israel
Israel Hayom
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- Flydubai attack survivors say Israeli government has left them high and dry
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