Flydubai co-pilot attacks captain with axe in attempted terror attack

Flydubai: Flydubai is a Dubai government-owned low-cost carrier operating primarily short-haul routes across the Middle East, Africa, and parts of Asia. In the current incident, it operated flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia after the cockpit attack; the airline has since suspended services to Tel Aviv at authorities' request while supporting the UAE-led investigation. Hammam al-Hammami: Hammam al-Hammami is an Omani national identified by multiple sources as the co-pilot on the flydubai flight who allegedly attacked the captain with a crash axe. He had previously been employed by Oman Air but was removed from flying duties due to concerns over extremist views before joining flydubai. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi: Hamad Saif Al Shamsi serves as the UAE Attorney-General and has been active in international forums on criminal justice and counter-terrorism cooperation. In this case, he publicly stated that investigations confirmed the co-pilot attempted to carry out a terrorist attack on the flydubai flight by assaulting the captain and attempting to seize control of the aircraft. Aviation Security: Flydubai has temporarily suspended all flights to Tel Aviv pending further notice from authorities following the safety incident. Terrorism Response: The UAE maintains zero tolerance for terrorism and has reiterated it will show no leniency toward extremist rhetoric or acts.