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UAE prosecutor says Omani Flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack thwarted by fellow pilot

A UAE attorney general announced on Friday that an Omani Flydubai co-pilot planned a September 30 suicide attack on a flight to Tel Aviv before being stopped.

UAE says Omani flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Tel Aviv flight
File photo UAE says Omani flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Tel Aviv flight Photo: Business Recorder

Suspect background and history

The investigation launched on October 1 found the suspect had worked for Oman Air and Royal Air Maroc before joining Flydubai in January 2026. Prosecutors believe he used two previous flights to Tel Aviv to familiarize himself with the route and airport.

Attack details and motive

The plan involved seizing the Dubai-Tel Aviv flight and crashing it into a terminal at Israel's Ben Gurion airport. Investigators believe the plot was inspired by the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States.

Flight incident specifics

The jet plunged 16,000 feet in 30 seconds during the attempted seizure. The co-pilot told investigators he acted alone and had met all security requirements before the plot was uncovered.

All 3 outlets report consistently

No differences in figures, names or dates across these reports.

  • Business Recorder
  • South China Morning Post
  • Middle East Eye

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