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Crime
Flydubai Co‑pilot Allegedly Attacks Captain with Axe, UAE Official Says
✍️ BBC
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 02:46 PM
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UAE authorities say a Flydubai co‑pilot used an axe to assault the aircraft’s captain, according to a BBC report.
UAE officials have reported that a co‑pilot on a Flydubai flight allegedly attacked the captain with an axe. The claim was relayed to the media by a government spokesperson and was picked up by the BBC. No further details about the flight route, passenger count or injuries have been released.
The statement from the UAE authority indicated that the incident was identified shortly after the aircraft took off, prompting immediate action by the crew to secure the cockpit. The airline has not issued a separate comment at this stage.
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have opened an investigation into the alleged assault, emphasizing that aviation safety protocols will be strictly enforced. The outcome of the probe will determine any legal or operational repercussions for the crew members involved.
The statement from the UAE authority indicated that the incident was identified shortly after the aircraft took off, prompting immediate action by the crew to secure the cockpit. The airline has not issued a separate comment at this stage.
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have opened an investigation into the alleged assault, emphasizing that aviation safety protocols will be strictly enforced. The outcome of the probe will determine any legal or operational repercussions for the crew members involved.