WorldFlydubai co-pilot allegedly planned attack for July, investigators believe

Investigators believe Omani co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami may have intended to hijack a Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv in July before postponing the plan. He allegedly attacked the captain with an emergency axe during flight FZ1073, but passengers overpowered him. Authorities in several countries are examining his background, motives and whether he acted alone.

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TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-10-05 18:00Original