Israeli Officials: FlyDubai Co-Pilot Planned Attack Before Joining Airline
Source Summary
Israeli officials claim a FlyDubai co-pilot planned an attack before joining the airline, according to reports. The co-pilot stabbed his captain in a suspected attempt to crash a plane en route to Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv last week. U.A.E. authorities and FlyDubai have not publicly disclosed the co-pilot's identity.
Why it matters
An alleged pre-planned attack by an airline crew member targeting a civilian aircraft represents a significant aviation security incident with potential loss of life.
What remains uncertain
Israeli officials' claim that the co-pilot planned the attack before joining the airline has not been confirmed by U.A.E. authorities or FlyDubai.
