Surviving a Hijacking: A Captain's Tale

TLDRA captain shares his experience of surviving two hijackings during his career as a pilot

Key insights

✈️The captain shares his passion for aviation, which started at a young age

🎓He describes his journey to become a pilot, including training in the USA

👨‍✈️The captain reflects on his role as a co-pilot and the privileges and benefits he receives

🌍He highlights the unique experiences and destinations he visited as a pilot

🔫The captain recounts the details of two hijackings he experienced and how he handled the situations

Q&A

Were the hijackings a rare occurrence?

Yes, airplane hijackings are rare, and it is even rarer to find someone who has experienced it twice.

What benefits does a captain receive?

Captains receive first-class tickets for themselves and their families, as well as discounts on travel and other perks.

What responsibilities does a captain have in private flights?

In private flights, captains are responsible for various tasks, including catering, maintenance, and navigation.

What was the most memorable destination the captain visited?

The captain visited many destinations during his career, but he mentioned that some destinations during King Fahad's reign were particularly beautiful.

How did the captain handle the hijackings?

In both hijackings, the captain took the initiative to try to end the hijacks. He worked with the crew and took measures to keep the passengers calm.

Timestamped Summary

00:00The captain shares his passion for aviation, which started at a young age.

07:00He describes his journey to become a pilot, including training in the USA.

14:00The captain reflects on his role as a co-pilot and the privileges and benefits he receives.

19:00He highlights the unique experiences and destinations he visited as a pilot.

20:00The captain recounts the details of two hijackings he experienced and how he handled the situations.

23:00Passengers on board the hijacked flights started to notice something was wrong due to the extended flight duration.

25:00The captain took the initiative to address the hijackings and worked with the crew to handle the situations.