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flydubai co-pilot planned Ben Gurion crash after incapacitating captain: Report

Hamam al-Hammami, the co-pilot of Flydubai Flight FZ1073, planned a terrorist attack to crash the aircraft. He was detained after attempting to incapacitate the captain during the flight. Israeli passengers intervened and successfully restrained al-Hammami, averting a disaster. Investigations revealed his prior radicalization and connections to extremist ideology. Authorities are…

The Economic Times · 11h ago

Israel Had the Crew List, a Pilot Ban and a 2024 Warning, But the Omani Co-Pilot Still Flew to Tel Aviv

Israel received the flydubai FZ1073 crew list before departure, while a 2024 audit had urged a wider review of aviation security.

International Business Times UK · 19h ago

From India to Australia: How 6 countries got caught up in flydubai terror

On September 30, the flydubai Flight FZ1073 faced a cockpit attack when Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami stabbed Captain Smit Machchhar. The injured pilot bravely opened the cockpit door, allowing crew and passengers to subdue the co-pilot. The flight was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where al-Hammami was apprehended by authorities.…

The Times of India · Oct 4

How did a barred Omani co-pilot end up flying a Tel Aviv-bound flydubai jet?

Hamam al-Hammami, the Omani co-pilot accused of stabbing Captain Smit Machchhar and attempting to crash a flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv, had already come to the attention of authorities for his radical extremist tendencies. Despite this he was cleared to fly to Israel by flydubai.

The Times of India · Oct 3

Posted about niqab, ‘ruined women’: What we know about Omani co-pilot who attacked Indian captain

Deleted social media posts by Hamam al-Hammami, the Omani co-pilot accused of attacking Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar aboard a Flydubai flight, have offered a glimpse into his views on women, religion and mixed-gender workplaces.

The Times of India · Oct 3

Flydubai co-pilot identified; was barred from flying in Oman over 'extremist views'

The Omani co-pilot accused of attacking Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar aboard a flydubai flight to Tel Aviv has been identified as Hamam Alhamami. He was barred from flying in Oman over concerns about his alleged extremist views.

The Times of India · Oct 3

Oman Air targets tourists on new Singapore route, eyes North Asia expansion

Oman Air is launching a new route to Singapore, aiming to tap into the city-state's appeal as a growing tourist destination. This expansion, supported by a lower cost base and oneworld alliance membership, follows a failed attempt nine years ago. The airline is also considering new non-stop flights to North…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Connecting the world from London: Heathrow continues to grow as oneworld's most served global hub

LONDON, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The oneworld Alliance will expand its presence at London's Heathrow Airport to 14 member airlines when Alaska Airlines launches its new nonstop service to Seattle on Friday, 22 May 2026. This summer, oneworld airlines will offer nearly 2,800 weekly departures directly connecting London Heathrow…

AAP · May 22

Oman government takes over SalamAir, airlines to operate separately

Oman's government has acquired SalamAir, a move designed to enhance aviation sector efficiency and economic growth. Both Oman Air and SalamAir will continue as independent brands, with a focus on improved route coordination and optimized aircraft utilization. This strategy aims to strengthen connectivity and financial stability for both carriers.

The Times of India · Mar 29

Dubai, Doha travel alert: Oman Air cancels flights to 9 cities until March 31 amid airspace disruptions due to Iran vs US-Israel war

Oman Air has extended flight suspensions to nine international destinations until March 31 due to ongoing Middle East airspace restrictions. The airline cited evolving security situations and flight safety as reasons for the cancellations, impacting major hubs like Dubai and Doha. Passengers are advised to check bookings as disruptions continue…

The Times of India · Mar 16