From Financialexpress · Aniket Sharma · · 50s
Air France Smartwings Comply with Israeli Crew Rules
Two European airlines agree to bar crew from 31 countries without diplomatic ties to Israel after flydubai cockpit attack.
In brief
Two European airlines agree to bar crew from 31 countries without diplomatic ties to Israel after flydubai cockpit attack. Air France and Smartwings comply with Israeli restrictions on crew nationalities following a flydubai cockpit incident. Originally reported by Financialexpress.
Israeli Crew Restrictions
Israeli authorities require airlines to bar pilots and cabin crew from countries without diplomatic ties to Israel.
European Airlines Comply
Air France and Smartwings confirm compliance with new rules after directives from israeli aviation authorities.
Cockpit Attack Incident
Omani co-pilot allegedly attempted to hijack flydubai flight using emergency axe against indian captain.
Crew Nationalities Restricted
31 countries including pakistan, algeria, tunisia, iran, oman, saudi arabia, and niger lack diplomatic ties to israel.
No Operational Impact
Smartwings spokesperson says new rules did not affect airline operations or crew deployment at that time.
Here's the gist
Air France and Smartwings comply with Israeli restrictions on crew nationalities following a flydubai cockpit incident.
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