AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAviation Security Shock: A flydubai Boeing 737 (FZ1073) on the Dubai–Tel Aviv route was forced to divert to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after a cockpit stabbing and a rapid plunge; Israeli officials say the Omani co-pilot attacked Captain Smit Machchhar, who was seriously injured but managed to unlock the cockpit door as passengers and crew restrained the attacker. Oman Link Under Scrutiny: Israel is seeking extradition of the Omani co-pilot, while the UAE has opened a judicial investigation into possible terrorist intent, prior planning, or outside direction; questions also remain about how the crew member was cleared for an Israel-bound flight. Global Spotlight on a Hero: Indian and Israeli leaders praised Machchhar’s actions; reports say he is in stable condition in Saudi Arabia. Oman Aviation Update: SalamAir named Eng. Yaqoob Al Kiyumi as its new CEO, tasking him with driving the airline’s next growth phase and expanding connectivity. Tourism Safety Reminder: Oman’s turtle protection rules are again in the spotlight after viral “sea turtle riding” incidents triggered legal action and public backlash.
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