Flydubai Attack Plot: Co-Pilot Allegedly Planned 9/11-Inspired Suicide Attack on Israel Flight |CNN

This CNN News18 report covers an alleged plot involving a Flydubai co-pilot on a Dubai to Tel Aviv flight, as outlined by UAE investigators and the UAE Attorney General. According to the report, the Omani co-pilot allegedly planned to seize the aircraft and crash it into Ben Gurion Airport in Israel, an attack inspired by the September 11, 2001 attacks. The video states that the suspect attacked the captain with a crash axe over Saudi airspace, after which the crew subdued him, and the flight landed safely in Saudi Arabia. The report notes that the investigation is examining the suspect's alleged radicalisation, preparations and movements before the September 30 incident. It also raises questions about aviation security screening.

• Alleged plot by a Flydubai co-pilot on a Dubai to Tel Aviv flight, as described by UAE authorities
• Suspect allegedly attacked the captain with a crash axe over Saudi airspace; the flight landed safely in Saudi Arabia
• Investigation is examining the suspect's alleged radicalisation and movements before the September 30 incident
• Questions raised about aviation security screening

A chilling aviation security case has emerged after UAE investigators outlined an alleged plot involving a Flydubai co-pilot on a Dubai–Tel Aviv flight. According to the UAE Attorney General, the Omani co-pilot allegedly planned to seize the aircraft and crash it into Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport in an attack inspired by the September 11, 2001, terror attacks. Investigators say the suspect attacked the captain with a crash axe while the aircraft was over Saudi airspace, triggering a dramatic plunge before the crew subdued him. The flight landed safely in Saudi Arabia. Authorities say the investigation is examining the suspect’s alleged radicalisation, preparations and movements before the September 30 incident. How did the alleged plot unfold? What happened inside the cockpit, and what questions does the case raise about aviation security screening? #Flydubai #AviationSecurity #TerrorPlot #DubaiTelAviv #UAE #Israel #BenGurionAirport #September11 CNN TV CNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴 Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQ Follow us on Google: news18.co/cn18g Follow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18 Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/ Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 #GetCloserToTheNews with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.com News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube