On The Hour – October, 1, 2026 | “I Thought We Were Going to Crash”: Inside the Flydubai Attack...

A suspected hijacking attempt occurred aboard a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv. The captain was allegedly stabbed, causing the aircraft to enter a rapid descent before passengers and crew subdued the attacker.

The plane made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Israel is reassessing security procedures for foreign airlines and investigating the incident.