▶youtube WarTerrorism first seen 18 h ago, last 33 min ago, peak #11
Passengers restrain pilot over alleged attempt to crash Israel flight
Original: Israel flight attack: dramatic video of passengers tackling pilot “trying to crash plane” | BBC News
Passengers on a flight bound for Israel reportedly subdued a pilot they accused of trying to crash the plane, according to BBC News coverage of dramatic footage showing the struggle. Details about the flight, the pilot's condition and any casualties or arrests remain limited so far. The story is drawing wide attention online, with many reacting to the unusual sight of a cockpit crew member being physically restrained mid-flight.
Why now: A dramatic mid-flight struggle involving a pilot allegedly trying to crash a plane is shocking and highly newsworthy.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 10 snapshots from 18 h ago to 33 min ago.
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- Israel flight attack: dramatic video of passengers tackling pilot “trying to crash plane” | BBC News · BBC News · 479K
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