Saudi Arabia: Both Flydubai Pilots Hospitalized in Tabuk Following Flight Incident

The captain and first officer of the Flydubai flight were injured during the incident aboard the aircraft and evacuated to a hospital in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, news outlets Maariv and Arutz Sheva reported. According to the reports, an investigation into the circumstances of the incident at the city's airport remains underway.

Meanwhile, coordination is taking place with the airline to arrange the aircraft ahead of operating an alternative flight for passengers. In addition, further accounts from passengers, reported by network i24NEWS and Arutz Sheva, described moments of terror and blood inside the cockpit after an individual rushed toward the pilot. Further official details regarding the medical condition of the two pilots and the circumstances of their injuries have not yet been released.