Indian pilot Smit Machchhar foils Flydubai cockpit attack

Smit Machchhar, an Indian national and pilot for Flydubai, successfully thwarted an alleged mid-air hijack attempt on a flight bound for Israel. He is currently stable after being stabbed during the incident, and has received praise from Indian leaders including PM Modi and President Murmu.

The incident highlights the bravery of airline personnel and raises concerns about flight security for passengers and crew.

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