Flydubai 1073: HOW Did This Pilot Get Hired?

New details about Flydubai Flight 1073 raise disturbing questions about the cockpit attack—and how the first officer was hired despite reported concerns at previous airlines. As a current Boeing 737 captain, I examine how the cramped flight deck may have helped the captain survive, how passengers intervened, and what the flight data suggest about the aircraft’s recovery from its steep dive. I also revisit FedEx Flight 705, Colgan Air 3407, and Atlas Air 3591 to explain why employment history, training records, and background checks matter—and how critical information can fall through the cracks. Finally, we look at the 737’s aerodynamic stability, possible rudder inputs during the struggle, and why an abrupt pull on the controls could have made the situation worse. Watch my original breakdown of the dive and recovery: https://youtu.be/Xt9Ri37WTiA Flight recreations were created in Microsoft Flight Simulator. #Flydubai #Boeing737 #AviationSafety