‘I was fighting for my life’: Indian pilot hailed as hero recalls flydubai cockpit attack
Also reported by ABC News
Summary
An Indian pilot, Capt Smit Machchhar, was attacked by his co-pilot on a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Despite serious injuries, he managed to open the cockpit door, allowing passengers to stop the attacker and safely land the plane in Saudi Arabia.Key Facts
- The attack happened on a flydubai flight carrying 182 people.
- The co-pilot stabbed Capt Machchhar and caused the plane to descend sharply.
- Capt Machchhar was seriously injured but fought to regain control and open the cockpit door.
- Passengers helped restrain the attacker after the door was opened.
- The plane made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
- The attacker is an Omani national arrested and questioned by Saudi authorities.
- Capt Machchhar credited prayer for giving him strength during the attack.
- He has about 15 years of flying experience and has worked for flydubai for four years.
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