UAE Civil Aviation: Security Incident on "Fly Dubai" Flight Required Diversion to Tabuk

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The General Authority of Civil Aviation announced that Fly Dubai flight FZ1073, heading from Dubai International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport on September 30, 2026, experienced a security incident that was controlled, necessitating the diversion of the aircraft and an emergency landing at Tabuk Airport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The incident resulted in injuries to some crew members, who were transported to the hospital for necessary care in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The authority confirmed that the safety and security of passengers and crew members are its top priorities.

The responsible investigation teams at the authority are continuing their work in coordination with the relevant authorities to investigate the causes and circumstances of the incident, including reviewing operational and security aspects.

The General Authority of Civil Aviation urges everyone not to circulate any unofficial information or preempt the investigation results, confirming that the public will be provided with the results later when they are issued.