Attempted Electronic Hijacking of El Al Flight Thwarted

Crew members of an El Al flight from Phuket to Tel Aviv successfully countered an attempt to divert their course, marking the second such incident in a week.

Hostile elements attempted to take over the communication network of an El Al flight from Phuket to Tel Aviv, aiming to divert its course.
The aircraft safely reached its destination, marking the second such attempt in a week.
Flight crew members disobeyed misleading instructions and switched to an alternate communication network, ensuring the flight's continuation.
Experts and officials downplay the incident, emphasizing the redundancy in communication and navigation systems in aviation.
The incidents highlight ongoing airspace sovereignty disputes and the potential for communication disruptions in conflict zones.