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Flydubai Copilot Banned by Oman for Extremism, Then Hired by UAE Airline
The flydubai copilot who attempted to crash a plane with mostly Israeli passengers had been banned from flying by Oman Air over extremism concerns but was hired by flydubai. Identified as Hamam al-Hammami, he allegedly stabbed the pilot and tried to down the plane before being subdued by passengers and crew.
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What happened
- 01Flydubai copilot Hamam al-Hammami was banned by Oman Air for suspected extremism before being hired by flydubai.
- 02Al-Hammami allegedly stabbed the pilot and attempted to crash the plane carrying mostly Israelis.
- 03Passengers and crew subdued al-Hammami after the aircraft plunged thousands of feet.
- 04The plane made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, with Israelis repatriated.
- 05Al-Hammami is under investigation in the UAE, reportedly stating intent to crash in Israel.
Investigations are ongoing in the UAE.
The Times of Israel publishes in English. The key points are summarized above. Read The Times of Israel’s full report from the link below.
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The Times of IsraelCentre · the lead report
Flydubai Copilot Banned by Oman for Extremism, Then Hired by UAE Airline
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