The FlyDubai co-pilot accused of attacking the captain and attempting to crash a Tel Aviv-bound flight had reportedly been barred from flying in Oman over concerns that he had adopted extremist views. He was later hired by FlyDubai in the UAE. Investigators are also examining a possible Iran link, though officials say there is currently no evidence connecting Tehran to the attack.
Published – October 03, 2026 11:16 am IST


