FlyDubai co-pilot accused of cockpit attack was grounded by Oman Air before joining airline: report
The FlyDubai co-pilot was reportedly grounded by Oman Air in 2024 over visits to radical Islamic websites before being hired without a background check.
TL;DR
- FlyDubai co-pilot grounded by Oman Air in 2024 for visiting radical Islamic websites.
- FlyDubai allegedly hired the co-pilot without checking with Oman Air.
- The co-pilot is accused of stabbing the captain on a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.
- The aircraft dived steeply but was brought under control by reserve pilots.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu described the incident as terrorism due to 'Islamic radicalization'.
- The UAE is leading the investigation into the incident.
- FlyDubai has suspended flights between Dubai and Tel Aviv.