Dubai Crown Prince Visits flydubai Pilot After Cockpit Attack
Dubai's Crown Prince visited the flydubai pilot hailed for his actions during an in-flight attack by his co-pilot, praising him publicly after the hospital visit.
What happened
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, visited flydubai pilot Capt Smit Machchhar in hospital on Saturday and praised him for his conduct during an attack by his co-pilot.13
Capt Machchhar was struck with a crash axe during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday but managed to open the cockpit door, letting in crew and passengers.1
NDTV reported that Machchhar's actions saved the lives of 172 people.3
Sheikh Hamdan said Machchhar embodied the highest degrees of courage, responsibility and care for human life, and called him part of the UAE's team and story.12
Key points
- Dubai's Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, visited flydubai pilot Capt Smit Machchhar in hospital and offered him the nation's full appreciation and praise.123
- Capt Machchhar was attacked by his co-pilot during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv earlier in the week.13
- Sheikh Hamdan described Capt Machchhar as embodying courage and as part of the UAE's team and values.12
What the coverage leaves out
- None of the outlets reviewed provided details on the co-pilot's identity, motive, or current status.
- None of the outlets reviewed gave an official account from flydubai or aviation authorities on the incident.
Sources (3)
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Middle East & Turkey
- 1The NationalAEPrivate
'Part of our team': Sheikh Hamdan hails flydubai pilot after hospital visit