The Omani co-pilot accused of attempting to hijack a Flydubai flight earlier this week has been transferred to the United Arab Emirates, where the investigation continues. Israel will send a delegation in the coming days to assist, according to i24 News.
The Omani co-pilot suspected of attempting to hijack a Flydubai flight earlier this week has been transferred from Saudi Arabia to the United Arab Emirates, a senior Israeli official confirmed Thursday evening. Israel is expected to send a delegation to the UAE in the coming days to assist in the investigation, according to i24 News.
The transfer followed a series of rapid developments. UAE authorities earlier ordered the formation of a special investigation team to probe the incident, including whether it involved a terror motive. Saudi authorities confirmed they continue to investigate the incident, adding that passenger handling was conducted per international protocols and that operations at Tabuk Airport were unaffected.
As The Zioneer has reported, the suspect, an Omani national serving as co-pilot on Flydubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv, allegedly attacked the captain mid-flight and attempted to seize control. The aircraft made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. The probe into the suspect's motives and any possible connections remains ongoing.
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