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Israel would have shot down FlyDubai plane if... Report reveals how it would have responded to a 9/11-like situation

FlyDubai flight FZ1073 faced a serious incident when the co-pilot attacked the captain with a crash axe. The aircraft plunged rapidly before passengers intervened to subdue the attacker and land safely. Israel activated its emergency protocols during the event, scrambling fighter jets in case of a hijacking threat. The alleged…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

FlyDubai attacker reportedly targeted Tel Aviv Airport: How did he get into the cockpit?

Flight FZ1073 took off from Dubai for Tel Aviv with 182 people on board, including eight crew members. The flight appeared routine at first. Then violence reportedly erupted in the cockpit. UAE Attorney General Hamad Saif Al Shamsi said the co-pilot attacked Captain Smit Machchhar with a crash axe. He…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Congress did not praise pilot Machchhar for fear of losing minority community votes: MP CM Mohan Yadav

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has accused Congress of not honoring pilot Smit Machchhar's heroism. He claimed that the party fears losing votes from the minority community, which affects their recognition of bravery. Yadav criticized Congress leaders for their past failures during their rule regarding Maoists and dacoits in…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

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Flydubai Flight FZ1073: Why was the copilot allowed to fly, how did the plane survive the 17,000ft plunge & other questions remain unaswered

On September 30, a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv experienced a critical incident in the cockpit. Following a fight between pilots, the aircraft rapidly descended over 14,000 feet before stabilizing and diverting to Tabuk. Investigations are underway to determine the co-pilot's security history and possible motives for the…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

‘We had no idea if he would survive. We started crying a lot’: Smit Machchhar’s family recalls agonising wait on September 30

Captain Smit Machchhar became a hero after averting a disaster involving 174 people on a flight. His family faced a difficult journey as they rushed to his hospital bedside in Saudi Arabia. Smit was later airlifted to Abu Dhabi for treatment, where his condition is improving. While receiving numerous calls…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Co-pilot in Flydubai attack 'planned it before being accepted', targeted Ben Gurion

New reports suggest that the flydubai co-pilot accused of attacking his captain and attempting to seize control of a Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight had planned the attack before he was even hired by the airline. He had also intended to crash the aircraft into Ben Gurion Airport, according to Israeli officials…

The Times of India · Oct 5

flydubai horror: Co-pilot planned attack before being hired by airline, two Israeli officials say

A flydubai co-pilot accused of attacking his captain and allegedly attempting to crash a flight into Israel had told UAE investigators that he planned the attack before joining the airline, according to Israeli officials familiar with the probe.

The Economic Times · Oct 5

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Investigators believe Flydubai co-pilot acted as ‘lone wolf’ – report

Preliminary investigation doesn’t indicate Omani pilot’s ties to any organisation or government

The Independent UK · Oct 5

flydubai co-pilot planned Ben Gurion crash after incapacitating captain: Report

Hamam al-Hammami, the co-pilot of Flydubai Flight FZ1073, planned a terrorist attack to crash the aircraft. He was detained after attempting to incapacitate the captain during the flight. Israeli passengers intervened and successfully restrained al-Hammami, averting a disaster. Investigations revealed his prior radicalization and connections to extremist ideology. Authorities are…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Omani co-pilot in Flydubai attack likely acted alone: Israeli officials

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.

The Times of India · Oct 5

Israel Had the Crew List, a Pilot Ban and a 2024 Warning, But the Omani Co-Pilot Still Flew to Tel Aviv

Israel received the flydubai FZ1073 crew list before departure, while a 2024 audit had urged a wider review of aviation security.

International Business Times UK · Oct 4

"Prayers continue to flow in": Indian envoy updates on Capt Machchhar's health after BAPS Abu Dhabi tribute

The Ambassador's statement came in response to a special prayer gathering organised at the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, where priests and devotees assembled to honour Captain Machchhar's heroic actions during the cockpit attack by his co-pilot on the flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.

The Economic Times · Oct 4

Alleged Flydubai Attacker Reportedly Justified Slapping Women by Saying 'Russia Slapped Ukraine'

An X account reportedly linked to Flydubai attack suspect Hamam al-Hammami contained violent comments about women and other groups. The account's ownership remains unverified.

International Business Times UK · Oct 4

From India to Australia: How 6 countries got caught up in flydubai terror

On September 30, the flydubai Flight FZ1073 faced a cockpit attack when Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami stabbed Captain Smit Machchhar. The injured pilot bravely opened the cockpit door, allowing crew and passengers to subdue the co-pilot. The flight was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where al-Hammami was apprehended by authorities.…

The Times of India · Oct 4

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The Economic Times · Oct 4

Flydubai incident: Multiple countries probe co-pilot’s background after cockpit attack: Reports

Authorities are investigating Omani co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami for an attempted hijacking of a flydubai flight. The incident occurred during flight FZ1073, resulting in severe injuries to Captain Smit Machchhar. Investigators from Australia and Israel are examining al-Hammami's ties and motives. He was previously banned from flying in Oman due to…

The Independent UK · Oct 4

Flydubai captain reveals how he fought off co-pilot trying to crash plane

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The Times of India · Oct 4

Did Israel ignore warnings? UAE shared info about flydubai crew & Omani co-pilot

The UAE shared passenger and crew information with Israel before a FlyDubai flight whose Omani co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain and tried to seize control, AP reported. The co-pilot had reportedly been barred from flying by Oman over extremist concerns before joining FlyDubai. The incident has raised questions over Israel’s…

Euronews · Oct 4

FlyDubai captain said 'I had one more fight left in me' and opened cockpit door

FlyDubai hero captain Smit Machchhar described to Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu how the attack started and how he managed to finally open the cockpit door after nearly losing his vision under the co-pilot’s repeated blows. “I knew I couldn't let the passengers die,” Machchhar said.

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The Times of India · Oct 4

‘Free the terrorist’: Passengers claim flydubai crew told them to release co-pilot after attack - report

In a shocking incident aboard a flydubai flight, the co-pilot viciously attacked the pilot with a crash axe, igniting a heroic response from passengers. Israeli individuals bravely intervened to subdue the assailant, while crew members' calls for the attackers' release sparked suspicion among those onboard. After landing in Tabuk, passengers…

The Independent UK · Oct 4

Indian hero pilot reveals new details of FlyDubai cockpit attack: ‘Felt big blow to back of my head’

Indian pilot is now recovering at a hospital in Abu Dhabi

The Economic Times · Oct 4

‘I had that one last fight left in me’: Braveheart pilot Smit Machchhar on foiling flydubai crash bid

Smit Machchhar, an Indian pilot, experienced a normal flight before his co-pilot began praying. Unexpectedly, Machchhar suffered a violent blow to the head, realizing it was an assault. As the aircraft began to descend rapidly, he fought back, eventually managing to open the cockpit door. Colleagues outside were trying to…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

‘He was praying, then came big blow to my head’: Smit Machchhar recalls flydubai horror

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Smit Machchhar a hero for preventing a co-pilot's attempted crash. Machchhar, who is hospitalized, detailed the traumatic incident during a recent conversation. The flight, which had 174 passengers, experienced serious danger after Machchhar was attacked by his co-pilot. Netanyahu invited Machchhar and Indian Prime…

The Independent UK · Oct 3

FlyDubai co-pilot who used crash axe in ‘terror incident’ studied at British university

Hammam al-Hammami, believed to be the perpetrator of the FlyDubai hijacking, was educated in the UK

The Economic Times · Oct 3

IAF Chief Marshal A P Singh hails Smit Machchha's bravery

IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh on Saturday praised Captain Smit Machchhar for his bravery after the flydubai pilot was stabbed and seriously injured by his co-pilot during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Machchhar helped save the aircraft carrying 174 people, which made an emergency landing…

The Economic Times · Oct 3

Flydubai incident: Dubai Crown Prince praises Indian pilot Smit Machchhar after mid-air cockpit attack

Upon experiencing a violent attack mid-flight, Captain Smit Machchhar showcased remarkable bravery to protect his crew. The incident occurred on the flydubai flight FZ1073, traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Despite sustaining serious injuries, the captain successfully unlocked the cockpit door, enabling assistance from crew members.

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