Indian Pilot Attacked with Knife in Cockpit Recalls Ordeal
The Indian captain, who was attacked with a knife by the co-pilot on a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, stated that he was fighting for his life.
Indian Captain Smit Machchhar, who was attacked with a knife by the co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, shared the terrifying moments he experienced and the struggle he waged to save those on board.
Moments of Terror in the Cockpit
In the incident that took place on a FlyDubai aircraft, Captain Smit Machchhar said he was fighting for his life after being attacked with a knife by his co-pilot. While the plane went into a sudden dive, the severely injured captain helped neutralize the attacker by enabling passengers to enter the cockpit.
Meeting with Prime Minister Modi
The Indian captain, receiving treatment at a hospital in Abu Dhabi, stated in a video call broadcast on television with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi that he knew he had to stand up to save the passengers.
The Plane's Emergency Landing Process
The Boeing 737 aircraft carrying 182 passengers made a safe emergency landing in the northwestern Saudi Arabian city of Tabuk following Wednesday's attack. FlyDubai stated that the crew guided the aircraft safely.
International Reactions and Investigation
While it was stated that the Omani-national attacker was detained and interrogated in Saudi Arabia, world leaders and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed the captain as a hero for preventing a disaster.