UAE: Deputy commander of Flydubai planned and attempted a 'terrorist operation' - Sarmad
The Public Prosecution announces the deputy pilot began attacking the flight captain to take control of the aircraft.
Translated by Qiyas from سرمد — Original source
The UAE Public Prosecutor, Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, announced that investigations into the incident involving Flydubai flight FZ1073 revealed that the co-pilot began carrying out a terrorist act, according to the Emirates News Agency (WAM).
He clarified that the co-pilot executed his plan during the flight, attacking the captain inside the cockpit with a crash axe and attempting to take control of the aircraft’s controls.
The Public Prosecutor emphasized that investigations are ongoing to uncover all circumstances, motives, and connections related to the incident, as well as to complete technical examinations and the analysis of physical and digital evidence. Final results will be announced as soon as all necessary procedures are completed.
