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Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, official says

Original: Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says

A Flydubai co-pilot attacked the captain with an axe during a flight, according to a UAE official. The incident has prompted questions about cockpit security and crew screening procedures at the Dubai-based airline. Authorities have not yet fully explained what prompted the attack or the condition of those involved, and the story is developing.

Why now: A violent attack inside an airliner cockpit is an extremely rare breach of aviation safety, drawing wide attention

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• Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says · BBC

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