The co-pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073 attempted to carry out a terrorist act during the flight, the UAE’s Attorney-General has confirmed.
Counsellor Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi said investigations into the 30 September incident revealed that the co-pilot attacked the captain inside the flight deck using a crash axe and attempted to take control of the aircraft.
Investigations are ongoing, Al Shamsi said, to establish the full circumstances and motives, identify any links related to the incident, and complete technical examinations of physical and digital evidence. Final results will be announced once all necessary procedures have concluded.
The flight, operating from Dubai to Tel Aviv, was diverted to Tabuk in Saudi Arabia after the incident. All 172 passengers and crew on board were unharmed.
