Aircraft incidents that reshaped aviation security rules since 9/11

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A flydubai co-pilot stabbed his captain with a crash axe in an alleged terrorist attack, causing the plane to plunge 16,000 feet before passengers and standby crew regained control, landing safely with all aboard surviving. The co-pilot is being questioned, with Israeli officials saying he planned the attack before joining the airline. The incident has renewed scrutiny of onboard security and pilot screening procedures. Previous incidents, including the 9/11 attacks and the 2015 Germanwings crash, led to reinforced cockpit doors, shoe screening requirements, and rules mandating two crew members in the cockpit.


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