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FlyDubai Pilot Capt. Smit Machchhar Shares Harrowing Experience After Mid-Flight Attack
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FlyDubai pilot Capt. Smit Machchhar recounted his harrowing experience after being attacked by his copilot mid-flight, leading to a rapid descent of the aircraft. Despite being wounded, Machchhar managed to open the cockpit door, enabling passengers to stabilize the plane. He credited his survival to his faith and received praise from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Key facts
- Capt. Smit Machchhar recounted his struggle for survival after being attacked by his copilot mid-flight.
- Despite being wounded, Machchhar opened the cockpit door, allowing passengers to stabilize the plane.
- Machchhar credited his survival to his faith and chanting the Hanuman Chalisa.
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Machchhar's courage and assured him that all of India was praying for his recovery.