UAE President Honours Flydubai Crew for Courage During In-Flight Incident

By: Hamdan Jumma

ABU DHABI, Oct 28 (Horndiplomat) – United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the First Class Order of Zayed II to flydubai crew members involved in an in-flight incident on September 30, recognising their courage and professionalism in protecting passengers and securing the aircraft.

The honours were presented by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, who praised the crew for their swift response, sense of responsibility and commitment to passenger safety, according to the UAE’s state news agency WAM.

The award followed a meeting on October 27 at which President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, accompanied by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, receive

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d the crew members and commended their handling of the incident.

The UAE leaders praised the crew’s courage and professionalism in ensuring the safety of passengers and securing the aircraft, reaffirming that protecting people’s lives and maintaining public safety remain among the country’s highest priorities.

The crew members expressed their gratitude to the UAE President for the recognition and said they were proud to receive the honour, which they described as reflecting the country’s appreciation for service, dedication and commitment.

The First Class Order of Zayed II was conferred in recognition of the crew’s efforts during the September incident, highlighting the importance UAE authorities place on aviation safety and the responsibilities of airline personnel during emergencies.

The award ceremony was attended by Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, and Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group.

Several other senior officials also attended the ceremony.

The earlier meeting with the UAE President was attended by senior members of the country’s leadership, including Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, and Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior.

The official statements did not provide further details about the circumstances of the September 30 incident, including the aircraft’s route, the number of passengers aboard or the nature of the emergency.