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Flydubai pilot who subdued would-be hijacker identified as Smit Machchhar
Original: Pilot Who Fought Off 'Terrorist' on Flydubai Flight Identified as Indian National Smit Machchhar
The pilot credited with fighting off a man described as a terrorist aboard a Flydubai flight has been identified as Smit Machchhar, an Indian national. Reports say Machchhar intervened when a passenger attempted to storm the cockpit, restraining the attacker and keeping the aircraft safe. The incident has drawn widespread praise for the pilot's quick thinking, with many calling for him to be formally recognized.
Why now: The identification of the pilot and dramatic details of the mid-flight confrontation are drawing wide public attention.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 4 snapshots from 21 h ago to 3 h ago.
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- Pilot Who Fought Off 'Terrorist' on Flydubai Flight Identified as Indian National Smit Machchhar · New York Post · 588.7K
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