Israeli officials say FlyDubai co-pilot planned attack before joining airline

Israeli officials claim that a FlyDubai co-pilot plotted an attack before joining the airline, which resulted in a stabbing incident last week. The co-pilot allegedly tried to crash the plane en route to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport, but the attack on the captain failed. Authorities haven't disclosed the co-pilot's identity, raising questions about vetting processes for airline staff. This incident underscores the critical need for stringent background checks and security measures in the aviation industry to prevent such dangerous threats.