FlyDubai co-pilot identified after cockpit attack
The co-pilot who attacked the captain of an Israel-bound FlyDubai flight is Omani national Hamam al-Hammami, who reportedly faced extremist concerns before joining the airline.
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What happened
The co-pilot suspected of stabbing the captain is Omani national Hamam al-Hammami. 1234 The attack occurred on an Israel-bound FlyDubai flight with captain Smit Machchhar. 12 The aircraft rapidly descended during the incident. 2 Passengers and others stopped the attack. 1
Why it matters
The incident raised serious security concerns. 2 Al-Hammami had previously been removed from Oman Air due to extremist views before joining FlyDubai. 2 The co-pilot is facing a terrorism investigation in the UAE. 4
What to watch
An investigation is ongoing to uncover the motive and potential terrorist links. 2
Sources · 4
[1]FlyDubai co-pilot who attacked Capt Machchhar, identified as Hamam Alhamami
business-standard.com · via Marketaux
[2]The co-pilot suspected of stabbing the captain of an Israel-bound FlyDubai flight before passengers and others stopped the attack is an Omani national named Hamam al-Hammami, three people with knowledge of the situation said Saturday.
The Associated Press · Bluesky
[3]Flydubai co-pilot accused of attacking captain Smit Machchhar identified as Hamam al-Hammami
economictimes.indiatimes.com · via Marketaux
[4]Flydubai cockpit attack: Co-pilot identified as Omani citizen
thehindubusinessline.com · via Marketaux
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