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Co-pilot used axe to carry out ‘terrorist act’ on Flydubai flight

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🇬🇧 English

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

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🇸🇦 العربية

هجوم斧头 من قبل مساعد الطيار على رحلة Flydubai 1073: عمل إرهابي

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

ما هو السلاح المستخدم في حادث Flydubai؟

斧头 ثقيل من نوع واحد-handed، مخزن في cockpit للطوارئ.

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🇧🇩 বাংলা

Flydubai কো-পাইলট斧头 আক্রমণ: উড়ান 1073 terroristic work

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

Flydubai ঘটনাতে কোনো অস্ত্র ব্যবহার করা হয়েছে?

একটি ভড়াল এক-hand斧头, cockpit-র মধ্যে emergencies জন্য রাখা गया।

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🇩🇪 Deutsch

Flydubai Co-Pilot Axt-Angriff: Terrorakt im Flug 1073

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

Welches Waffen wurde beim Flydubai-Vorfall verwendet?

Eine schwere ein-handed Axt, die im Cockpit für Notfälle aufbewahrt wird.

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🇪🇸 Español

Ataque con hacha del copiloto de Flydubai en el vuelo 1073: Acto de terrorismo

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

¿Qué arma se utilizó en el incidente de Flydubai?

Un hacha de mano pesada, guardada en la cabina para emergencias.

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🇫🇷 Français

Attaxe du copilote Flydubai sur le vol 1073 : acte de terrorisme

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 10073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

Quel arme a été utilisée dans l'incident Flydubai ?

Une hache lourde d'une seule main, gardée dans la cabine pour les urgences.

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🇮🇳 हिन्दी

Flydubai के को-पायलट कुल्हाड़ी हमला: उड़ान 1073 में आतंकवादी कार्य

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

Flydubai घटना में किस हथियार का उपयोग किया गया?

एक भारी एक-handed कुल्हाड़ी, जिसे emergencies के लिए cockpit में रखा गया है।

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🇮🇩 Bahasa Indonesia

Serangan Topo Flydubai Co-Pilot: Terorisme Penerbangan 1073

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

Senjata apa yang digunakan dalam insiden Flydubai?

Satu topo berat satu-handed, disimpan di kabin untuk darurat.

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🇯🇵 日本語

Flydubai パイロット斧攻撃:便1073 テロ行為

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

Flydubai事件で使用された武器は何ですか?

非常用にキャビンに置かれている重い一-handed斧。

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🇧🇷 Português

Ataque de machado do copiloto da Flydubai no voo 1073: ato de terrorismo

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

Que arma foi usada no incidente Flydubai?

Um machado pesado de uma mão, guardado na cabine para emergências.

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🇷🇺 Русский

Нападение топором Copilota Flydubai на рейсе 1073: террористический акт

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

Какое оружие использовалось в инциденте Flydubai?

Тяжелый один-handed топор, хранится в кабине для аварий.

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🇨🇳 简体中文

Flydubai 副驾驶斧头袭击:航班1073恐怖袭击事件

The co-pilot of Flydubai Flight 1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe in the cockpit, attempting a terrorist act, UAE prosecutors stated. Authorities are questioning Smit Machchhar, the captain, and the unnamed co-pilot after Wednesday’s incident. The co-pilot, previously banned from flying by Oman over radicalisation concerns, had been with Flydubai for less than a year.

The captain was stabbed, but the weapon was only confirmed as an axe on Saturday. Investigations continue to determine motives and links. The captain unlocked the cabin door, allowing crew to regain control after the plane fell steeply.

The aircraft, heading to Tel Aviv, landed at Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were transferred to Tel Aviv, and both pilots were flown to Abu Dhabi under security escort. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the co-pilot underwent Islamist radical indoctrination, though Israel has not released evidence.

Flydubai事件使用了什么武器?

一把重型单手斧,储存在驾驶舱内以应对紧急情况。

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