Flydubai Flight 1073: Behind the Cockpit Door

On September 30, 2026, Flydubai flight FZ1073 departed Dubai for Tel Aviv. During the flight, the co-pilot attacked Captain Smit Machchhar with an emergency axe and tried to seize control of the aircraft. As the jet lost altitude, the struggle unfolded behind the cockpit door. How did those on board stop the attack and regain control? This animated reconstruction follows the flight through the rescue, the emergency landing in Tabuk, and the passengers’ onward journey to Israel. Chapters 00:00 The Flight to Tel Aviv 01:19 The Cockpit Attack 02:10 The Sudden Descent 02:59 Opening the Cockpit Door 03:53 The Emergency Diversion 05:00 After the Landing 05:27 The Journey Continues