As speculation swirls regarding the co-pilot accused of carrying out a "terrorist act" on flight FZ1073, Flydubai has opted to remain tight-lipped while the official investigation proceeds. Despite various theories circulating in the media about the co-pilot’s background and potential motives, the airline maintains that it cannot provide further details at this time. A spokesperson emphasized that the company is fully cooperating with government authorities and regulators to ensure a thorough examination of the events that occurred on the September 30 flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.

The incident gained international attention after the UAE Attorney General revealed that the co-pilot attacked Captain Smit Machchhar with a cockpit crash axe and attempted to seize control of the aircraft. The Boeing 737 MAX 8, carrying 174 passengers, experienced a terrifying 14,000-foot drop in just 30 seconds before off-duty crew members intervened to secure the plane. While the flight was diverted to Saudi Arabia and landed safely, Captain Machchhar’s heroic response has earned him widespread recognition, including a personal visit from Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who lauded the pilot for his bravery and composure during the crisis.