Shaheer Cassim
Shaheer Cassim, a former commercial pilot based in Victoria, has recently made headlines after allegedly hijacking a Cessna 172 and circling over Vancouver International Airport, leading to charges of hijacking and terrorism. Previously known for his climate activism, Cassim gained attention in 2012 when he embarked on a cross-country bicycle journey to raise awareness about global warming. The incident on Tuesday set off a significant security alert, prompting a temporary halt in landings at the airport, as he is believed to have engaged in the act as a form of protest.
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Shaheer Cassim was formally charged with hijacking a small aircraft in an incident that mobilized American Air Force jets.
Homem é acusado de terrorismo após sequestrar avião no Canadá
Brazil· 2025-07-19
Shaheer Cassim is the pilot who faces a hijacking charge after stealing a small Cessna plane.
Stolen plane triggers major security incident at Vancouver International Airport
United States· 2025-07-19
Shaheer Cassim is a former commercial pilot charged with hijacking and terrorism over a flight incident in Vancouver.
Alleged plane hijacker called himself ‘messiah’ day before Vancouver airport security scare
Canada· 2025-07-17Shaheer Cassim has previously been involved in climate activism and held a news conference in Victoria to raise awareness of global warming.
Former commercial pilot charged with hijacking and terrorism over Vancouver flightCanada· 2025-07-17