FlyDubai flight passenger details treating wounded pilot after tying up suspect

Dr. Shota Musaev, an Israeli dentist, played a crucial role in saving the life of FlyDubai Flight 1073 captain, Smit Machchhar, after being attacked by a co-pilot inside the cabin. Musaev sprang into action when he and other passengers rushed to the cockpit and witnessed the captain bleeding from head, neck, and hand wounds. He immediately applied pressure to the wounds to stop the bleeding, stating, "Everything will be good" to the injured pilot.

The co-pilot allegedly used a knife to force the plane into a nose dive, intending to crash it. However, Yaniv Hayun, another passenger, managed to drag the suspect from the cockpit and regain control of the plane. Passengers Musaev and Hayun then tied the suspect's hands with headphones. The suspect, later identified as being from Oman, remained quiet, only uttering, "Kill me, kill me, please."

Once subdued, he showed no resistance. After the plane was stabilized, it landed in Saudi Arabia, where passengers received medical treatment. The entire incident lasted approximately 40 minutes. Captain Machchhar, treated at a local hospital in Saudi Arabia, was subsequently transferred to a hospital in the United Arab Emirates.

He is now speaking openly, smiling, and laughing, which brings immense relief to his family and those present. The co-pilot responsible for the attack is currently in custody in Abu Dhabi. Musaev expressed his deep gratitude to the crew and passengers for their collective efforts in handling the crisis.