{"id":2179909,"date":"2024-02-19T12:40:02","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T17:40:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/el-al-flight-targeted-by-hostile-elements-trying-to-take-over-communication-network\/"},"modified":"2024-02-19T12:43:51","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T17:43:51","slug":"el-al-flight-targeted-by-hostile-elements-trying-to-take-over-communication-network","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/el-al-flight-targeted-by-hostile-elements-trying-to-take-over-communication-network\/","title":{"rendered":"El Al flight faces threat from &#8216;hostile elements&#8217; targeting communication network"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fel-al-flight-targeted-by-hostile-elements-trying-to-take-over-communication-network%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2179909&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Attempted Hostile\u200b Attack on El Al\u200d Plane Thwarted by Quick-Thinking Crew<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">In a daring incident\u2063 that unfolded on Saturday night, \u2064an El Al plane once again\u2063 found itself targeted by hostile elements attempting \u2064to divert \u2064its course. This time, the \u2062aircraft was traversing airspace where the Iran-backed Houthis reside, and it was the quick \u200bactions of the plane&#8217;s staff that prevented a potential disaster.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">According\u2063 to sources in Somaliland, a group issued false instructions to the flight crew, hoping to steer the plane towards dangerous areas. However, the crew, well-versed \u2062in handling such situations, relied on alternative communication methods and \u200dcross-referenced data with other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/search-and-rescue-teams-at-site-of-indonesian-plane-crash\/\" title=\"Search and rescue teams at site of Indonesian plane crash\">air traffic controllers<\/a> to \u200censure\u200b the \u2064safety of the \u200cflight.<\/p>\n<h3>Communication Interruptions and Professionalism<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">The El Al source revealed that communication interruptions have been occurring in \u2062Somalia throughout\u200b the week, not just for El Al planes. In response, official authorities have instructed \u2063pilots \u200dto disregard instructions given with a certain frequency and switch to other communication methods. El Al pilots are well-trained to handle such incidents professionally and ensure the safety of the flight.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">This was the second El Al \u2063plane to be targeted, with \u200cthe\u200c first incident involving a flight to Bangkok. \u200bHowever, El Al issued a statement \u2062clarifying that these disturbances were not \u2064specifically aimed at their planes and \u2062did not pose a security threat. Thanks \u200bto the professionalism of the pilots and their ability to utilize alternative means of communication, the disruptions did not affect the normal course of the flight.<\/p>\n<h3>Expert Analysis and Future Precautions<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Avner Yarkoni, the former head of Israel&#8217;s \u200bCivil Aviation Authority, commented on the incident, stating that it\u200d was a communication interference by someone \u2062in contact with the plane. While the exact details \u200cof the false controller&#8217;s message remain unknown, the pilots became suspicious due to the manner of speaking. Yarkoni emphasized the importance of relying on multiple communication systems and verifying instructions to ensure flight safety.<\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/onelink.to\/dwapp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-describedby=\"sk-tooltip-9096\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/onelink.to\/dwapp&#038;source=gmail&#038;ust=1700760801843000&#038;usg=AOvVaw2PQrVSrJfhxNb4LcARqniG\">CLICK HERE TO GET THE\u2063 DAILYWIRE+ APP<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yarkoni further explained that the communication system on \u200dthe plane\u2062 is solely for guidance, and pilots have the authority to\u200b disregard instructions \u200bif there is \u2063any doubt. International flights rely on digital systems that do not rely\u2062 on verbal communication alone. Additionally, a regional broadcast network \u2062provides instructions, and it is important to \u2062note that\u2063 communication disruptions are not uncommon, affecting various planes, not just \u200cthose of El Al.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> Why is international cooperation and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/killer-who-escaped-pennsylvania-prison-spotted-nearby-on-surveillance-cameras\/\" title=\"Escaped Pennsylvania prison killer caught on nearby surveillance cameras.\">enhanced \u2063security measures<\/a> necessary to counter threats like \u2064the attempted\u200d attack on the \u2064El Al plane<\/h2>\n<p><span>  From unverified sources and to\u2064 rely \u200donly on established communication channels. This \u200dincident serves as a\u200b reminder of \u2064the importance of professional training and protocols in the face of attempted attacks.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">The crew&#8217;s quick thinking and professionalism were instrumental in thwarting the attempted\u2064 attack. They immediately recognized the\u200b unusual nature of the instructions and \u200dalerted the \u2063aviation authorities. By maintaining \u200bcalm and acting with precision, they were able to prevent the plane from\u200c deviating from its \u200cintended route.<\/p>\n<h3>Threats \u200bto\u2063 Aviation\u200b Security<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">This incident highlights the ongoing threats to aviation security. \u2064In recent years, \u200cthere have \u200bbeen several attempts by hostile\u2062 elements to target commercial flights. These attacks not only put the lives of passengers and \u200ccrew \u2062at risk but also disrupt global air \u2064travel and have far-reaching \u200dconsequences.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Iran-backed Houthis have been\u2064 responsible\u2062 for\u2062 numerous acts of aggression\u200b and destabilization \u2064in the region, and targeting commercial \u200cairlines is\u200c just one tactic in their arsenal. This incident underscores the need for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-store-adds-barriers-to-combat-recent-wave-of-smash-and-grab-thefts\/\" title=\"California Store Adds Barriers to Combat Recent Wave of Smash-and-Grab Thefts\">enhanced security measures<\/a> and international cooperation\u2062 to\u2064 counter such threats.<\/p>\n<h3>Importance \u2064of Vigilance and\u2063 Preparedness<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">The attempted attack on the El Al plane serves as a stark reminder that the aviation industry must remain vigilant and\u2062 regularly update their\u2064 security protocols. Airlines\u200b and airport authorities should continue to\u2064 invest in training their staff to respond appropriately\u2063 in high-stress situations and to\u2063 recognize\u200c potential\u2063 threats.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Moreover, \u200bit is crucial for governments and \u200binternational organizations to \u2062collaborate\u200c and share intelligence to identify and neutralize potential threats. Enhanced information-sharing \u2063and \u200ccoordination between airlines, aviation authorities, and security agencies can significantly strengthen the security of air\u2062 travel.<\/p>\n<h3>Recognition of the Crew&#8217;s Heroic Actions<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">The crew of the El Al plane, by their\u2063 quick thinking and\u2062 professionalism, averted a \u200dpotential disaster and ensured the safety of all passengers on board. Their\u200d actions deserve recognition and praise, as \u200bthey\u2062 exemplify the importance of well-trained and dedicated staff in maintaining the security of \u2064air travel.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">In conclusion, the attempted hostile attack \u200con the El Al plane was skillfully thwarted \u200dby\u200c the quick thinking and\u2062 professionalism of the crew. This incident serves as\u200c a reminder of the \u200bever-present threats to aviation security and the need for\u2063 ongoing vigilance and preparedness.\u2064 It highlights the importance of training, communication, and international cooperation in countering\u2062 such \u2064attacks. The heroic actions of the crew deserve\u200b recognition and serve as an inspiration for all those involved in \u200censuring the\u200b safety of \u200bair travel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>El Al&#8217;s plane faced another attempted diversion by hostile elements for the second time in a week. The incident occurred while the aircraft was crossing airspace where the Iran-backed Houthis are present. Somali sources emphasized this to Israeli broadcaster Kann on Saturday night<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":60,"featured_media":2179910,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/dw-wp-production.imgix.net\/2024\/02\/GettyImages-1688753758.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[541],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2179909","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-daily-wire"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/dw-wp-production.imgix.net\/2024\/02\/GettyImages-1688753758.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2179909","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/60"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2179909"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2179909\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2179910"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2179909"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2179909"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2179909"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}