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¿Quién es Smit Machchhar, el piloto de FlyDubai apuñalado en un vuelo a Tel Aviv?

El capitán indio, después de ser atacado por su compañero, logró escapar, abrir la puerta de la cabina y dar acceso a los pasajeros que bloquearon al atacante

In a remarkable display of courage, Captain Smit Machchhar averted a potential aviation disaster on a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv. Machchhar, who was targeted by his co-pilot, a fellow national, bravely opened the cockpit door, allowing passengers to intervene and subdue the attacker. Despite sustaining severe injuries, Machchhar managed to safely divert the aircraft to Saudi Arabia, saving the lives of nearly 180 people on board.

Neighbors and friends of the pilot praised his actions, expressing pride and concern for his well-being. Machchhar's friend Akshay Doshi described his calmness and quick thinking, stating that he exhibited all the qualities required for a pilot. The Indian government also lauded Machchhar's presence of mind and determination under dangerous circumstances.

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