“One Haji Left Behind”: The Inspiring Story of Aamir Mansoor’s Miraculous Journey to Hajj
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – In a story that has captured the hearts of many across the Muslim world, Aamir Badi Mansoor, a Hajj pilgrim from Libya, has become a symbol of faith, patience, and destiny.
Aamir, from the Jubi area of Libya, was among the final group of pilgrims scheduled to board a flight to Saudi Arabia for Hajj. As he awaited his turn, an unexpected obstacle arose—an issue flagged in his passport by airport security.
“I was told there was a security issue, and the officer said, ‘Maybe this is not your destiny,’” Aamir recounted emotionally. “But I replied with certainty: It is written—I will go on Hajj. Even if not today, then soon. I will go.“
As the plane prepared for takeoff and the doors were closed, Aamir remained behind, praying for a solution. Suddenly, the security officer received a call from the pilot—a message that changed everything.
“There’s one Haji left,” the pilot reportedly said. “Open the doors.”
But airline regulations were clear: the engines had started, and re-opening the doors was not standard protocol.
That’s when something extraordinary happened. The pilot returned with a powerful statement:
“I swear by God, this plane will not take off until Aamir is onboard.”
Moved by the pilot’s compassion and sense of justice, the door was finally opened. Aamir boarded the aircraft, his eyes filled with tears and gratitude.
“I felt I had come home. I was on my way to Allah,” he said. “This Hajj was written for me.”
A Story That Resonates Across the Globe
Aamir’s experience has gone viral on social media, with thousands praising his unwavering faith and the humanity shown by the pilot and airport staff.
In a time when air travel and bureaucracy often feel impersonal, this story reminds the world of the power of belief—and the profound moments that can unfold when ordinary people act with extraordinary kindness.