Passengers Subdue Pilot Who Allegedly Tried to Crash Flydubai Flight, Israel Says
The co-pilot of a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was arrested after being restrained by passengers, according to Israeli officials.
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The co-pilot of a Flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv has been arrested after allegedly attempting to crash the aircraft, before being subdued by passengers, according to Israeli officials cited by CNBC.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the co-pilot stabbed the flight's captain and appeared to be attempting to bring down the plane before passengers and remaining crew members intervened to restrain him. The aircraft was diverted and landed safely at an alternate airport before passengers continued on to Israel.
Almost all of the passengers aboard the flight were reported to be Israeli nationals, heightening concern in Israel over the incident. Authorities have opened an investigation into the co-pilot's motive, with Israeli officials describing the episode as an attempted act of terror.
Details about the co-pilot's identity, nationality and background have not been fully confirmed in official statements, though separate reports have suggested he may hold Indian citizenship. Flydubai has not issued a comprehensive public account of the incident.
The episode has drawn significant attention in Israel given the direct threat posed to a flight carrying a large number of Israeli citizens, and further details are expected to emerge as the investigation continues.
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