Attacker's motive remain unknown after FlyDubai flight to Israel escapes disaster
Summary
A copilot on a FlyDubai flight from the United Arab Emirates to Israel stabbed the captain, causing the plane to lose control and land urgently in Saudi Arabia. The captain, despite being injured, managed to open the cockpit door, allowing passengers to stop the copilot and regain control.Key Facts
- The incident happened on a FlyDubai flight carrying 174 people.
- The copilot, who is from Oman, stabbed the Indian captain during the flight.
- The stabbing caused the plane to drop sharply, damaging its rudder.
- The plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.
- Passengers helped restrain the copilot after the captain opened the cockpit door.
- Investigators are still trying to find out why the copilot attacked the captain.
- The flight was traveling from the United Arab Emirates to Tel Aviv, Israel.
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