Australia Probes FlyDubai Co-Pilot After Failed Hijack — SkimNews
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- Australia has launched a probe into the past of a FlyDubai Omani co-pilot following a failed hijacking attempt on one of its flights.
- The alleged hijacker likely intended to target Israel's Ben Gurion Airport, sources told CNN, and told interrogators the plot was 'revenge for Gaza' after it failed.
Why it matters: The incident ties aviation security directly to the Gaza conflict, with an airline crew member allegedly turning against his own flight. Australia's investigation will likely intensify scrutiny of Gulf carrier crew vetting and background-check protocols for routes near Israel.
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