Passengers on a FlyDubai flight traveling to Tel Aviv heroically prevented a potential plane crash after a co-pilot attacked the pilot. The co-pilot stabbed the pilot during the flight and then attempted to deliberately crash the aircraft. However, the wounded pilot managed to activate the cockpit door release, allowing passengers to enter. Passengers then bravely subdued the co-pilot, averting disaster. Israeli officials confirmed the incident and the pilot’s actions in enabling passenger access. NBC News reported on the dramatic event and the courageous response of those onboard.