UAE detains 2 Maldivian pilots linked to flydubai axe attack investigation.
UAE authorities have detained two Maldivian pilots over their links to a co-pilot accused in a recent onboard stabbing. The incident involved Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami attacking Indian pilot Smit Machchhar with an axe during a flydubai flight. Despite serious injuries, Machchhar managed to unlock the cockpit and stabilize the aircraft with crew help. Investigators are now probing al-Hammami's alleged extremist connections and his hiring process by the airline.
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