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From UAE honours to global praise: How flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar was recognised worldwide

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“From UAE honours to global praise: How flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar was recognised worldwide”

Dubai: flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar has been praised by leaders across the world after he was seriously injured during a cockpit incident aboard flight FZ1073 on September 30. Despite his injuries, the Indian pilot managed to open the cockpit door, allowing crew members and passengers to intervene. The aircraft was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where it landed safely. His actions have prompted tributes from the UAE, India, Israel and the United States. The UAE has formally honoured the…

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