Delhi, Oct. 1: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday praised Captain Smit Machchhar for his extraordinary courage in helping avert a potential mid-air disaster aboard a flydubai flight.
Machchhar was seriously injured in an alleged cockpit attack aboard flight FZ1073, which was travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Despite his injuries, he acted to protect passengers and crew, prompting the aircraft to divert to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
Jaishankar, Modi Praise Pilot’s Courage | Smit Machchhar
In a post on X, Jaishankar praised the captain’s presence of mind despite facing grave danger. He said Machchhar’s actions helped save hundreds of lives and prevent a major tragedy.
The External Affairs Minister also wished the injured pilot a speedy recovery and joined international voices praising his bravery.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said Machchhar was safe and receiving medical treatment. It praised his courage and expressed support for him and his family.
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also hailed the Indian pilot for his bravery. He described Machchhar as a hero who showed immense courage and determination despite being seriously injured.
Modi said the captain’s actions helped protect passengers and avert a major tragedy. He also wished him a speedy recovery and good health.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had earlier praised Machchhar’s extraordinary bravery. He said the Indian pilot’s actions helped prevent a potential mid-air catastrophe.
The incident has drawn international recognition for Machchhar and the efforts of those who helped protect the passengers and crew.
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