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Crime
Omani flydubai Co‑Pilot Allegedly Planned to Crash Jet into Israeli Airport, UAE Claims
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 08:37 AM
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A flydubai co‑pilot of Omani nationality is alleged to have plotted to crash a jet into an Israeli airport, according to a UAE source, citing inspiration from the 9/11 attacks.
A co‑pilot with flydubai, reportedly of Omani nationality, is said to have devised a plan to crash a commercial aircraft into an Israeli airport, a claim made by a source from the United Arab Emirates. The alleged motive behind the plot was stated to be an attempt to emulate the attacks of 9/11.
The UAE source said the co‑pilot had discussed the idea with colleagues and had outlined the target and timing of the intended attack. No details have been released about how the plan would have been executed or whether any aircraft was actually diverted.
Flydubai and UAE authorities have not confirmed the allegation, and the airline has stated that it is cooperating with relevant security agencies. No flight was affected, and no passengers were harmed.
The incident has raised concerns about aviation security in the region, prompting airlines to review cockpit access protocols and threat assessment procedures.
Investigations are reportedly underway by aviation and security agencies to determine the extent of the plot and to ensure that no similar threats remain.
The UAE source said the co‑pilot had discussed the idea with colleagues and had outlined the target and timing of the intended attack. No details have been released about how the plan would have been executed or whether any aircraft was actually diverted.
Flydubai and UAE authorities have not confirmed the allegation, and the airline has stated that it is cooperating with relevant security agencies. No flight was affected, and no passengers were harmed.
The incident has raised concerns about aviation security in the region, prompting airlines to review cockpit access protocols and threat assessment procedures.
Investigations are reportedly underway by aviation and security agencies to determine the extent of the plot and to ensure that no similar threats remain.