Flydubai attack: UAE detains 2 Maldivian pilots over links with accused co-pilot
Authorities have detained two Maldivian pilots in connection with the flydubai stabbing incident that occurred recently. The stabbing incident involved Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami attacking Indian pilot Smit Machchhar with an axe. Despite serious injuries, Machchhar managed to unlock the cockpit and stabilize the aircraft with crew assistance. Investigators are exploring al-Hammami's alleged extremist links and...
Key Takeaways
- Authorities have detained two Maldivian pilots in connection with the flydubai stabbing incident that occurred recently.
- The stabbing incident involved Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami attacking Indian pilot Smit Machchhar with an axe.
- Despite serious injuries, Machchhar managed to unlock the cockpit and stabilize the aircraft with crew assistance.
Authorities have detained two Maldivian pilots in connection with the flydubai stabbing incident that occurred recently. The stabbing incident involved Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami attacking Indian pilot Smit Machchhar with an axe. Despite serious injuries, Machchhar managed to unlock the cockpit and stabilize the aircraft with crew assistance. Investigators are exploring al-Hammami's alleged extremist links and how he was hired by flydubai.
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