Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hijack-aircraft
verb
/ˈhaɪ.dʒæk ˈeə.kræft/
Definition
The act of unlawfully seizing control of an aircraft, usually by force or threat.
Examples
- The terrorists planned to hijack an aircraft during the flight.
- Passengers feared for their safety when the aircraft was hijacked mid-air.
- The police successfully negotiated the release of hostages after the attempt to hijack the aircraft.
Meaning
To hijack an aircraft means to take it over against the will of the crew and passengers, often with the intent to divert it to a different destination or demand something in return.
Synonyms
- seize
- commandeer
- capture
