Omani Copilot Allegedly Stabbed Captain, Attempted Plane Crash En Route to Israel, Says Netanyahu

Baltimore, MD, October 1, 2026 —

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that an incident involving an Omani copilot occurred on a flight destined for Israel. According to Netanyahu, the copilot allegedly stabbed the flight’s captain and subsequently attempted to crash the aircraft.

Details regarding the specific airline, the date of the incident, or the exact route of the flight were not provided in the statement. The prime minister’s office has not released further information concerning the copilot’s identity beyond their nationality or the captain’s condition.

The circumstances surrounding the alleged actions of the Omani copilot, including the motivation and the specific methods used in the attempted crash, were not elaborated upon. Information regarding any intervention that may have occurred to prevent the crash or the subsequent actions taken by authorities upon the flight’s arrival was also not made public.

The reported incident raises questions about aviation security protocols and the vetting of flight crews. Without additional details, it remains unclear what steps were taken by the flight crew or any other personnel to manage the situation and ensure the safety of passengers and the aircraft. The outcome of the alleged stabbing and the prevention of the attempted crash are also not specified.

Further information regarding the investigation, any charges filed, or the status of the individuals involved is pending. The prime minister’s office has not indicated when more details might be released.

Story summarized from the original created by Max Rego on thehill.com, see more information here.

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