The attorney for an American Airlines mechanic says his client’s case has nothing to do with terrorism.
Ahmed Alani was indicted Thursday for allegedly trying to sabotage a plane.
That plane was just minutes away from taking off from Miami when pilots noticed a problem and aborted the flight.
According to court documents, Alani told investigators he tampered with the plane so he could get more money by working overtime.
But during a bond hearing Wednesday, prosecutors told the judge they believe Alani is a terrorism sympathizer.
Friday his attorney disputed the claim.
At Friday’s arraignment hearing, Alani pleaded not guilty.
He is being held without bond.
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