https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/flydubai-attacker-used-crash-ax-a-common-fixture-on-many-jetsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/flydubai-attacker-used-crash-ax-a-common-fixture-on-many-jetshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/flydubai-attacker-used-crash-ax-a-common-fixture-on-many-jets#u103858Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:21:57 +0000United Arab Emirates officials state co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami used an onboard crash ax to attack a pilot during an attempted hijack of an Israel-bound flight. UAE prosecutors have labeled the incident a terrorist attack. The suspect, an Omani national who studied at a UK university, was reportedly barred from flying by Oman previously due to extremist views. Passengers and crew intervened to prevent the plane from crashing. Donald Trump has warned Iran of fresh strikes if Tehran is found to be involved in the incident.Why it mattersCrash axes are standard emergency equipment on many aircraft.