The most astonishing twist of the entire show unfolds when Amanda (Holly Aird) unexpectedly takes control of the flight in Episode 6. Until then, she had been a passenger primarily confined to her seat, with no direct involvement in the hijack. However, after the aircraft shifts from the hijackers’ grip and the regular passengers take over, phones are returned, and Amanda gets dreadful news — her child is in the clutches of the OCG.
An OCG text message warns Amanda not to land the plane until further instructions arrive. With her daughter’s life hanging in the balance, compliance is her only option. She even shoots the captain in a shocking moment. Sam, renowned for his negotiation prowess, persuades Amanda to bring the plane down. Sam’s decision to let Amanda land the plane instead of trying to do it himself highlights his personal growth, according to co-creator George Kay.
“When it comes to the landing, you’d think Sam Nelson should land the plane,” Kay told TV Insider. “But actually, it’s Amanda, it’s a team effort, and that marks the change in him from the guy that will not stay in his seat and thinks he can do this whole single-handedly to having to help Holly Aird land this plane in the end.” As for Amanda and her daughter, the prime minister did really seem sincere when he assured her of her being pardoned. Hopefully, they can rebuild their family under witness protection.
