Date:	Saturday 17 June 2006
Time:
Type:	Boeing 737-800
Owner/operator:	South African Airways - SAA
Registration:
MSN:
Engine model:	CFMI CFM56-7B
Fatalities:	Fatalities: 0 / Occupants:
Other fatalities:	0
Aircraft damage:	None
Category:	Unlawful Interference
Location:	Cape Town International Airport (CPT) -   South Africa
Phase:	En route
Nature:	Passenger
Departure airport:	Cape Town International Airport (CPT/FACT)
Destination airport:	Johannesburg International Airport (JNB/FAJS)

Narrative:
A 21-year old Zimbabwean student, allegedly tried to hijack the flight by forcing his way into the cockpit armed with a hypodermic needle. He was overpowered by passengers, including an off-duty Captain, and crew. The student wanted to force the flight to divert to Maputo.

Hijack suspect to appear in court amid concern over airport safety (Business Day 19-6-2006)

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