FlyDubai co-pilot accused of attacking captain identified as Hamam al-Hammami
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Hamam al-Hammami has been identified as the FlyDubai co-pilot accused of attacking the flight's captain. Investigators are currently examining how the Omani national secured a position with the airline following revelations regarding his background.
According to reports, al-Hammami had previously been barred from flying in Oman due to official concerns regarding extremist views. The ongoing investigation focuses on the circumstances surrounding his employment with FlyDubai despite his prior removal from aviation duties.
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Al Jazeera (QA)Focuses on the mystery surrounding the pilot and his extremist background.
Stuff (Wellington/Auckland, New Zealand) (NZ)Focuses on the investigative scrutiny regarding how he was hired.
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