FlyDubai Co-Pilot Used Crash Ax in ‘Terrorist’ Cockpit Attack, Emirates Says
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What happened
The co-pilot of FlyDubai Flight 1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv attempted to “take control of the aircraft” to carry out a “terrorist act,” UAE officials said.
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- First appeared on Washington Post WorldWashington Post World
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- FlyDubai Co-Pilot Used Crash Ax in ‘Terrorist’ Cockpit Attack, Emirates SaysNYT World
- Crash axe used in flydubai attack on pilotABC News (Australia)
- FlyDubai co-pilot used crash ax to attack captain, UAE saysWashington Post World