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Flydubai Investigates: Two More Pilots Detained in Connection to Hijacking Attempt
Two Flydubai pilots based in the Maldives were arrested over the weekend in connection with an attempted hijacking of a flight to Tel Aviv. Authorities confirmed the pilots are under investigation, with their current location undisclosed.
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What happened
- 01Two Flydubai pilots in the Maldives were arrested on suspicion of involvement in a hijacking attempt.
- 02The arrested pilots are believed to have had contact with the pilot who previously tried to crash a flight.
- 03The pilots were reportedly new hires at Flydubai.
- 04Local Maldivian media reported the arrests occurred over the weekend.
- 05Authorities confirmed the pilots are under investigation but did not disclose their location.
The detained pilots are reportedly new to the company and may have been in contact with the pilot who previously attempted to crash a flight. The investigation is ongoing.
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