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How was the Flydubai co-pilot who attacked his captain cleared to fly?
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Earlier reports and follow-ups on the same developing story.
- Netanyahu meets Flydubai passenger who subdued pilot in stabbing attack
- Netanyahu calls stabbed Indian pilot a hero; Flydubai halts Israel flights
- Flydubai passengers arrive in Tel Aviv after pilot stabbing
- Passengers and crew foil co-pilot's apparent attempt to crash FlyDubai flight to Israel
- Australian couple on plane diverted after flydubai pilot’s alleged attack on co-pilot
- Flydubai stabbing: How safe are planes if a pilot turns violent?
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