'He's taught us courage': Friend on Indian pilot hailed as a hero
Summary
Smit Machchhar, an Indian pilot working for Flydubai, was stabbed in the cockpit during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. He managed to keep the plane safe and land it in Saudi Arabia, where he is now in stable condition. Leaders and colleagues have praised his courage and skill.Key Facts
- Smit Machchhar is an Indian pilot flying for Flydubai since 2022.
- He was attacked by another pilot on a flight to Tel Aviv and stabbed in the cockpit.
- Machchhar successfully diverted the plane to Tabuk in Saudi Arabia and landed safely.
- The plane had 174 passengers on board.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Machchhar a "true hero."
- Machchhar has over 9,750 hours of flying experience, with more than 6,400 as pilot-in-command.
- His friend and fellow pilot Dharav Gosalia described him as disciplined, brave, and outgoing.
- Machchhar’s training included techniques to mentally rehearse emergency procedures, helping him react quickly under pressure.
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