UAE investigators say flydubai co-pilot was planning 'terrorist act'
- Posted on October 3, 2026
- By Le Monde
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UAE aviation authorities have concluded their investigation into a serious security incident involving a flydubai aircraft, determining that the co-pilot's violent assault on the captain using an emergency axe was part of a premeditated terrorist scheme. The incident raises significant concerns about cockpit security protocols and crew vetting procedures in commercial aviation. Investigators documented evidence suggesting deliberate planning and intent to cause harm, prompting industry-wide reviews of safety measures.
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