“When a Plane Turned Back Twice for One Man’s Faith”

On a seemingly ordinary day in May 2025, at a Libyan airport, a young man named Amer Al Mahdi Mansour Al Gaddafi stood ready to embark on the most sacred journey of his life—the Hajj. But what unfolded next turned into an unforgettable testament of faith, divine will, and the power of pure intention. Subhãn Allãh—glory be to Allah!

As Amer entered the airport, filled with hope and spiritual excitement, he encountered an unexpected issue. His name raised a red flag in the security system. Officers informed him, “We’re trying to solve the issue, but please wait a moment.”

Time passed. The other pilgrims completed their check-in, boarded the plane and the doors were closed. Soon after, Amer’s issue was cleared but the pilot refused to reopen the aircraft door for him. The flight took off, leaving him behind.

Officers tried to comfort Amer, telling him perhaps this wasn’t meant for him. But Amer’s response was firm and faithful:
“I want to perform Hajj, and Inshā’Allāh, I will go.”❤️‍🩹

He refused to leave the airport. He didn’t complain, nor lose hope. He waited—trusting in Allah’s plan.
Then came a stunning report: the plane had encountered a technical issue and was returning to the airport. Subḥān Allāh.

The aircraft landed, was checked, and prepared to depart again. Amer hoped this was his chance.
But again, the pilot declined to open the doors for him. The officers told Amer, “It’s not meant for you.”
Yet Amer stood his ground and repeated,

“I want to perform Hajj, and Inshā’Allāh, I will go.”❤️‍🩹

The flight took off for a second time. But moments later, the unbelievable happened another mechanical issue forced the plane to return again. This time, it was too clear to ignore.
The pilot, visibly moved by these signs, said,

“I will not fly without Amer.”🥺

The doors were finally opened. Amer boarded the plane, and the other passengers, deeply touched by what they had witnessed, took his photo as a memento of faith and divine favor. The flight departed safely and Amer reached the sacred lands to perform his Hajj.

This real-life story, confirmed in news reports around the world, is a remarkable reminder that when intentions are pure and trust in Allah is strong, even the skies bend to His will.

Amer never argued. He didn’t demand justice. He simply believed. And through his patience and certainty, Allah made a way that no human planning could.

In our lives, there are moments when all paths seem closed, when we’re left behind or when doors are shut in our faces. But this story teaches us that what is truly meant for you will return not once, but even twice,if Allah wills.

So, if your intention is sincere, and your heart is full of tawakkul, hold on. Miracles still happen.
Subḥān Allāh. What is written for you will never miss you.💖🪷

Amer’s journey reminds us that sometimes, we are tested not by failure, but by delay. The wait itself is a divine filter to separate those who merely wish from those who truly believe.

He didn’t push the system. He didn’t beg. He stood in quiet surrender, with the kind of strength that only comes from tawakkul.

And when Allah decides to open a door for someone, no one can keep it shut ,not pilots, not policies, not protocols.

So when your prayers seem unanswered, remember Amer. Your moment may just be circling back for a divine landing.

Let your faith rise above frustration. Let your intention stay pure. And remember: Allah is never late.💓

Subḥān Allāh. What you seek with faith, seeks you with mercy.

“O Allah, grant us pure intentions, sincere trust in You, and open the doors of goodness for us—just as You opened them for Your servant Amer.”

Āmīn.🤲🥺