Flydubai Co-Pilot Suspected of Terrorist Attack on Flight, Australian Ties Under Scrutiny

Australian links under investigation after Flydubai co-pilot attacks captain on Tel Aviv-bound flight. Authorities confirm 'terrorist attack' as pilot takes ...

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October 4, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Authorities are examining potential ties between a Flydubai co-pilot and Australia following an alleged attack on the captain during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.

The incident occurred aboard a flight carrying 182 passengers when the co-pilot reportedly used a cockpit crash ax to assault the pilot. The United Arab Emirates has classified the act as a ‘terrorist attack,’ according to official statements.

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A reserve pilot on board took control of the aircraft and safely landed it at Tabuk airport in northwestern Saudi Arabia. The co-pilot was detained by local authorities, while investigators continue to probe the motive behind the attack and any possible connections to Australia.

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