FlyDubai Flight Diverts to Saudi Arabia Following Mid-Air Altercation Between Pilots

A FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv diverted to Saudi Arabia after a mid-air brawl between pilots triggered a hijacking alert. All passengers safe.

Editorial Desk

September 30, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Dubai, UAE — A FlyDubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv was forced to divert to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday following a violent confrontation between the pilots on board.

The Boeing 737 MAX aircraft touched down safely at Tabuk airport after the crew transmitted a Code 7500, which serves as an international signal for unlawful interference or a hijacking. The emergency broadcast triggered an immediate military response as the plane deviated from its original flight path.

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While the airline confirmed the flight landed safely, sources indicated that the mid-air drama was the direct result of a physical altercation between the flight deck crew. Israeli security officials corroborated reports that the emergency alert was prompted by the fight rather than an external security threat.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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