Flydubai statement on flight FZ 1073, Dubai International Airport to Ben Gurion Airport:
A confrontation occurred in the cockpit of the flight. The crew operating the plane was able to take control of the situation, divert the plane and land it safely at the airport in Tabuk. All passengers and crew are safe.
Two replacement planes were sent to Tabuk to pick up the passengers and crew. The event has no impact on other scheduled flights across the flydubai network.
At this early stage, the reasons and motives for the incident are unknown and remain subject to official investigation. The airline urged all parties to refrain from premature speculation while authorities gather the facts.
His immediate priority is the safety, health and welfare of all passengers and crew involved, and supporting the official investigation.