GENERAL3 Oct 2026
UAE says FlyDubai co-pilot attacked captain with cockpit's crash axe
The UAE says a FlyDubai co-pilot attacked the captain with the cockpit's crash axe and tried to seize control of an Israel-bound flight with 182 people aboard. Passengers and crew subdued him and steadied the plane. The UAE called it a terrorist attack. This affects flyers and airlines watching cockpit safety. Before your next flight, keep following official advisories.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The United Arab Emirates said the co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight attacked the captain with the cockpit's crash axe.
- The UAE statement cited the attorney general as saying the co-pilot also tried to take control of the Israel-bound plane, which was carrying 182 people.
- Passengers and crew intervened to subdue the co-pilot and stabilise the plane.
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