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3 October 2026

AFP reveals it is investigating FlyDubai co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami’s reported links to Australia

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AFP reveals it is investigating FlyDubai co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami’s reported links to Australia

A co-pilot suspected of trying to down a passenger plane flying to Israel reportedly studied at an Australian university, as federal police confirm they’re investigating his time in Australia.

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