Were you on the nightmare Flydubai flight? Here's how you can get compensation

Approximately 150 passengers of Flydubai flight FZ1073, which made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, may be entitled to compensation from several sources: recognition as victims of hostilities by the Ministry of Defense, claims against private insurance companies, and the airline. This guide details the possible compensation routes.

Approximately 150 passengers of Flydubai flight FZ1073, which was en route from Dubai to Israel and made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, are dealing with a traumatic experience. The article, written by a lawyer specializing in personal injury claims, details the possible compensation routes. First, passengers may be recognized as victims of hostilities by the Ministry of Defense, under the 'presumption of hostile act injury,' similar to the recognition granted to victims of the attack on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in November 2024. Compensation ranges from a one-time grant of 62,000-240,000 NIS to a monthly pension of 12,000-30,000 NIS, depending on the degree of disability. Additionally, passengers can file claims against their private insurance policies, which may cover psychological trauma. The airline itself is obligated to compensate under the Montreal Convention, with automatic compensation of approximately half a million NIS per passenger for the delay and the traumatic event. The article emphasizes the importance of documenting the event and seeking legal advice to maximize compensation.