Australian state police and the country’s security agency are investigating a Flydubai co-pilot after an alleged attempt to take control of a passenger aircraft travelling to Israel.
The inquiry is examining the co-pilot’s links to Australia. The supplied information does not identify the individual or provide details about the flight, including when the incident occurred or how the alleged attempt unfolded.
The investigation involves both state police and Australia’s security agency. No further information has been provided about any arrests, charges, injuries or disruption to the flight.
The latest known position is that the authorities are continuing to examine the co-pilot’s connections to the country and the circumstances surrounding the incident.