💥Air France Flight 139 was hijacked by Palestinian terrorists in 1976.
🌍The hijacking took place in multiple locations over the course of eight days.
🔒Passengers and crew members were held hostage during the hijacking.
☮️The hijackers demanded the release of Palestinian prisoners.
🌐The hijacking had a significant impact on aviation security worldwide.
How long did the hijacking of Air France Flight 139 last?
—The hijacking lasted eight days.
Who hijacked the plane?
—The hijacking was carried out by Palestinian terrorists.
What were the demands of the hijackers?
—The hijackers demanded the release of Palestinian prisoners.
How did the hijacking impact aviation security?
—The hijacking had a significant impact on aviation security worldwide, leading to increased security measures.
Were there any casualties during the hijacking?
—While there were no casualties among the passengers and crew, several hijackers and one passenger were killed during the rescue operation.
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00:10The hijacking of Air France Flight 139 took place in late June and early July of 1976.
01:02The hijacking lasted eight days and involved multiple locations.
08:12The hijackers demanded the release of Palestinian prisoners.
12:52The plane landed in Libya, and the French authorities took responsibility.
17:31The plane landed in Uganda, which was a surprise to the passengers.
18:48The hostages were held captive in a building at the Entebbe Airport in Uganda.
26:44The plane took off from Uganda, heading in an unknown direction.
