On 30th September, the CEO of Flydubai, Ghaith Al Ghaith, confirmed the rerouting of flight FZ 1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv due to a security incident that occurred in the cockpit. The flight, carrying 172 passengers and crew members, made an unscheduled landing at Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia. Al Ghaith stated that all on board are safe and that the aircraft’s captain has returned to the UAE after receiving necessary medical evaluations. He assured that the airline is providing support to those affected by the incident.
Emergency Landing and Passenger Safety
Al Ghaith praised the efforts of the flight’s crew, noting that the co-pilots successfully secured the aircraft and executed a safe landing. He extended his gratitude to all passengers for their cooperation during this challenging situation. Furthermore, he expressed appreciation to the Saudi authorities for their prompt and professional response in these extraordinary circumstances, as well as to the relevant authorities in the UAE for their support in ensuring the safe return of passengers and crew.
Temporary Suspension of Operations
In light of the incident, Flydubai has decided, at the request of the relevant authorities, to temporarily halt operations to Tel Aviv until further notice. Al Ghaith emphasized that the airline’s teams are working around the clock to assist affected passengers and help them reach their final destinations.
Ongoing Investigation
There have been numerous inquiries regarding the events surrounding flight FZ 1073. Al Ghaith confirmed that a thorough official investigation is underway by the appropriate authorities, with the full support of Flydubai. He stressed the importance of allowing this process to unfold to establish the facts surrounding the incident.
Commitment to Safety
In conclusion, Al Ghaith reiterated Flydubai’s profound gratitude for the safety of all individuals on board flight FZ 1073 and the ongoing support from customers, staff, and industry partners. He assured that safety will always remain the airline’s highest priority.