Flydubai attack: UAE detains 2 Maldivian pilots over links with accused co-pilot – report

Authorities have detained two Maldivian pilots in connection with the flydubai stabbing incident that occurred recently. The stabbing incident involved Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami attacking Indian pilot Smit Machchhar with an axe. Despite serious injuries, Machchhar managed to unlock the cockpit and stabilize the aircraft with crew assistance. Investigators are exploring al-Hammami’s alleged extremist links and how he was hired by flydubai.