Air Seychelles Flight to Israel Makes Emergency Landing in Saudi Arabia
An Air Seychelles flight carrying 128 Israeli passengers to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, due to a technical malfunction. The Airbus A320 declared an emergency and was diverted to the nearest suitable airport. Saudi authorities accommodated the passengers in a hotel overnight, a notable gesture given the lack of formal diplomatic relations between the two countries. The passengers praised the warm reception they received from the Saudis. A replacement aircraft was sent by Air Seychelles to fly the passengers from Jeddah to Tel Aviv the following day.
Official Source: https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/flight-to-israel-makes-emergency-landing-in-saudi-arabia-7bf3bc34
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