Hijacking (noun)

The crime of illegally taking control of someone else's vehicle or aircraft while it is in transit.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from hijack, on the pattern of blackjacking.

Examples:

1. The hijacking of the airplane caused panic among the passengers.
2. The hijacking ended with the release of all hostages.
3. The hijacking was thwarted by the brave actions of a passenger.
4. The hijacking was carried out by a group of armed men.
5. The hijacking resulted in the arrest of the perpetrators.