Israel prepared for fighter jets to shoot down FlyDubai flight if necessary, Israeli sources say
In the minutes after chaos took over FlyDubai flight 1073, Israel was prepared for fighter jets to shoot it down, according to Israeli sources. CBS News has also learned that co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami, a citizen of Oman
In the minutes after chaos took over FlyDubai flight 1073, Israel was prepared for fighter jets to shoot it down, according to Israeli sources. CBS News has also learned that co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami, a citizen of Oman, had planned to crash the plane into Israel's main airport. Featured Political NewsIran War LatestNFL ScoresCollege Football Rankings Follow Us On YouTubeFacebookInstagramX Privacy Privacy PolicyCalifornia NoticeYour Privacy ChoicesTerms of UseMinors' Privacy Policy More from CBS News NewslettersPodcastsDownload Our AppBrand StudioSitemap Company About ParamountAdvertise With ParamountJoin Our Talent CommunityHelpFeedbackContact the Ombudsman
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Israel was prepared to shoot down FlyDubai plane, sources say
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05.10.2026
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