Hajj flight returns twice for pilgrim denied boarding

Hajj flight returns twice for pilgrim who was denied boarding to 

take him to Saudi Arabia

The plane experienced a mechanical problem shortly after takeoff and had to return to the airfield. After repairs, the aircraft took off once more, but a second problem necessitated an emergency return.

Has God stepped in?


"I swear I won't fly again unless Amer is with us on this plane," the captain declared after the second incident.

Amer was promptly authorized for travel by authorities, and the airplane took off with him on board on the third try.

An Account of Belief

Many have seen Amer's voyage as an answer to prayer and a manifestation of divine will. "I only wanted to go to the Hajj," he stated. And I thought that no force could stop it if it was written for me.

All adult Muslims who are financially and physically capable of making the pilgrimage are required to perform the Hajj. However, Muslims also hold that the Hajj is a divine call that is only given to those who Allah has selected, meaning that it is not only a matter of personal effort.

Amer's narrative, which was extensively disseminated on social media, has turned into a poignant reminder of this conviction and an example of the tenacity and faith that can overcome any obstacle.

After a Libyan pilgrim's journey to Saudi Arabia with a group of pilgrims was delayed, the pilgrim's narrative became a social media conversation starter.

The jet refused to take off without him on board and made two trips back to the airport.


A video clip of  Ameer Gaddafi, the protagonist of this humanitarian tale, recounting his experience of traveling to Saudi Arabia to complete the Hajj ceremonies went viral on social media.

Due to a passport security issue, Ameer Gaddafi was unable to travel at the last minute.

When Amer Mahdi Mansour Gaddafi and the final set of pilgrims of the day landed at Sabha Airport, he ran into a passport security problem.

It took a while to resolve this matter, and the pilot chose to leave him behind.


According to Amer Gaddafi, the airport security director attempted to comfort him by stating that he was not meant to make the Hajj journey, but he refused to leave and promised to carry out the Hajj rites.

The pilot's refusal caused controversy among pilgrims, and the plane returned from the area twice.

When a technical issue caused the plane to return to the airport, everyone was taken aback. The director of airport security then got in touch with the pilot and requested that he let Amer Gaddafi board so that he could make his flight.

The pilot declined, claiming that the issue was small and would be resolved soon.


Amer Gaddafi refused to leave the airport, telling officials he was going to do the Hajj, and the jet took off a second time without him. A few minutes later, the pilot requested to return to the airport because of a fresh issue.

When they got to the airport, the pilot urged Amer Gaddafi to go on board, emphasizing that he wouldn't take control of the aircraft until he was positive he was on board.

When Amer's desire came true and he eventually got on the plane, what did he say?

Due to the peculiarity of the event, which captivated many, Amer Gaddafi captured his heartwarming tale on film, which millions of people viewed and shared once he landed in Saudi Arabia.


Amer Gaddafi said he was delighted to be able to complete the Hajj rites with the group. He emphasized that he was always sure he would board the jet, even if it had taken off twice.