The recent
Dubai-Tel Aviv flight attack that nearly ended with the deliberate downing of a commercial airliner once again highlights the threat of hijacking and midair piracy. On this occasion, the aircraft in question managed to land safely and no lives were lost. Sadly, this has not always been the outcome.
In this gallery, we list some of the most infamous plane hijackings in aviation history, with most carried out as heinous acts of terrorism. Read on to continue reading.