Passengers Reveal Terrifying Moments: Attacker Wanted To ‘Kill’, ‘Crash’ Flight | Firstpost Live |4K

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A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv descended into chaos after the co-pilot allegedly attacked and stabbed the Indian captain mid-air. Flight FZ1073 issued emergency and possible hijacking signals before diverting to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where it landed safely. Passengers later described terrifying moments inside the aircraft and how they helped overpower the attacker. In this Firstpost Live video, we tell you how the co-pilot remains in Saudi custody as investigators examine the incident and his possible motive. After a replacement flight brought passengers back to Israel, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the passengers and captain who helped prevent a potential catastrophe. Josh Barnes tells you more.  0:00 — Flight Descends Into Chaos 00:48 — 7500: Possible Hijacking Alert 01:25 — Co-Pilot Attacks The Captain 02:10 — Passengers Storm The Cockpit 02:55 — Emergency Landing In Saudi Arabia 03:35 — Passengers Describe The Horror 04:25 — Who Was Behind The At

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