Was Flydubai cockpit attack planned? UAE probe to examine possible terror link
The UAE has launched an investigation into a mid-air incident involving a Flydubai flight where an Omani co-pilot allegedly attempted to crash the plane. Authorities are examining potential terrorist links and the possibility of premeditated planning.
Why it matters
The incident raises significant concerns regarding aviation security and the vetting processes for airline personnel in the Middle East.
NEW DELHI: The UAE has ordered a probe into the Flydubai mid-air incident involving an alleged attempt by an Omani co-pilot to crash a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight, with investigators set to examine all circumstances and motives, including any possible links to terrorist activity, prior planning or direction.The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said Attorney-General Counsellor Dr Hamad Al Shamsi had ordered the formation of a specialised Public Prosecution team to investigate the circumstances and causes of the incident involving Flydubai flight FZ1073.The flight, which departed from Dubai International Airport for Tel Aviv, was diverted and landed safely at Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia after an altercation reportedly broke out in the cockpit.
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