'No terror link': Flydubai co-pilot likely acted alone - report
Investigations into a Flydubai flight incident suggest that the co-pilot acted alone in an attempted attack during a flight to Tel Aviv. Authorities have found no evidence of links to terrorist groups or foreign governments despite initial concerns.
Why it matters
Clarifies a high-profile aviation security incident and addresses international speculation regarding potential state-sponsored terrorism.
New reports suggest that the Omani co-pilot accused of attacking the captain and trying to seize control of a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv probably acted alone.An Israeli official told CNN that information gathered during the investigation so far suggested Hamam al-Hammami acted alone. Another Israeli source said Israel had found no known link between the suspect and any group or government, while stressing that the investigation was still ongoing.The development comes as investigators examine whether al-Hammami made a further attempt to bring down the Boeing 737 after his initial attack on Captain Smit Machchhar failed.
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