A flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv reportedly faced a frightening mid-air incident after a sharp descent, with passengers heard screaming and panicking inside the cabin. Reports also alleged an altercation between the pilots before the aircraft was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where it landed safely.
What happened?
A flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after an incident was reported onboard. Flight FZ1073 reportedly descended sharply by fourteen thousand to fifteen thousand feet, causing panic among passengers. Reports say the pilots were involved in an altercation, and passengers were heard screaming during the incident. The aircraft eventually landed safely in Tabuk. Flydubai said all passengers were safe and accounted for.
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Viral video sparks doubts online
A video circulating on social media claims to show passengers screaming and clinging to their seats during the episode. However, some viewers have questioned whether the viral footage is genuine or whether the clip could have been edited, mislabelled or taken from another incident. The authenticity and exact context of the circulating video have not been established independently.
People react to the viral footage
Online reactions have been mixed. People are commenting on the post, calling the video fake and questioning its location. Some users wrote silly posts and deleted them. Where is the sea in this track? Others claim that footage shows beautiful Dubai rather than Tabuk. Some viewers reacted strongly to the reported pilot altercation and suggested that the alleged copilot could face serious legal consequences.
