Flydubai Co-Pilot Accused of Attacking Captain With Axe
A Flydubai co-pilot is accused of attacking the captain. UAE officials say he used an axe.
The flight was heading from Dubai to Tel Aviv, Israel. Officials say he also tried to take control of the plane.
UAE officials called it an attempted terrorist act. The co-pilot is Hamam al-Hammami.
He is a 29-year-old Omani national. Reports say the plane was Flydubai Flight 1073.
Euronews reported that he nearly crashed the flight. Fox News reported that Oman Air grounded him in 2024.
Euronews said Oman barred him from flying. This came amid concerns he showed signs of extremist views.
Klear Note — A co-pilot is the second pilot who helps operate an aircraft.
Key Terms 4
- Co-pilot The second pilot on a plane who helps the captain fly.
- Flydubai An airline based in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
- Oman Air The national airline of Oman.
- Euronews A European news outlet.