Alleged Flydubai Hijacker Cites 9/11 as Pilot Inspiration, CNN Says
The alleged hijacker told investigators that the 9/11 attacks inspired him to pursue becoming a pilot, according to early findings from the probe.
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- CNNAlleged Flydubai hijacker said 9/11 attacks spurred him to become a pilot, early investigation finds
“Early findings, Vera. Remember 2009? Early findings were wrong then too. I'm not saying panic, I'm saying keep your tea close.”
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