Flydubai
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'We are proud of you': Dubai's Crown Prince meets flydubai hero pilot Captain Smit Machchhar
World | Oct 03, 2026, 06:02 PM ISTDubai's Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum thanked Captain Smit Machchhar for helping avert a major tragedy and said the flydubai pilot "embodied the highest degrees of courage and responsibility".
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OPINION | India must honour its brave national hero
India | Oct 03, 2026, 02:55 PM ISTFor Israelis, Captain Smit is no less than an angel. They are also asking their government to honour him. His valour was celebrated at all major thoroughfares in Israel.
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IAF chief praises Smit Machchhar, calls him exceptionally brave: 'He showed great physical resolve'
India | Oct 03, 2026, 02:38 PM ISTThe remarks from the IAF chief came days after Smit Machchhar was seriously injured during an attack by his co-pilot aboard flydubai flight FZ1073 on September 30.
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Flydubai co-pilot attacked Captain Machchhar with crash axe, tried to take control of plane: UAE
World | Oct 03, 2026, 01:30 PM ISTThe UAE says a Flydubai co-pilot attacked the captain with the cockpit's crash axe and tried to take control of the aircraft during an incident that nearly caused a crash. Passengers and crew intervened to subdue him and stabilise the plane.
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Omani co-pilot who attacked Captain Machchhar has been identified as Hamam Alhamami: Report
World | Oct 03, 2026, 07:11 AM ISTCiting sources, the report further stated that the Omani co-pilot had spent most of his time outside the country, particularly in Syria, where he was influenced by extremist ideas before travelling to the UAE.
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Aaj Ki Baat : How did Hanumanji save Captain Smith?
Aaj Ki Baat | Oct 02, 2026, 11:58 PM ISTCaptain Smit, the brave pilot who saved 174 passengers from death, said today that everything happened due to the grace of Bajangbali, Hanuman ji saved everyone...Captain Smit said that he was lying drenched in blood.
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Another conflict brewing in Middle East? Netanyahu vows to exact 'heavy price' over flydubai fiasco
World | Oct 02, 2026, 10:50 PM ISTEarlier, Netanyahu said the suspect who allegedly tried to crash a Flydubai flight bound for Israel had undergone “Islamist, radical indoctrination”. He did not provide details about who may have radicalised him, saying Israel was cooperating with the UAE’s investigation.
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UAE declares flydubai flight incident an 'act of terror', hails pilot Smit Machchhar as hero
World | Oct 02, 2026, 06:55 PM ISTThe UAE has termed the flydubai incident an "act of terrorism", while lauding pilot Captain Smit Machchhar in helping averting a major tragedy. The development comes a day after the UAE ordered a probe into the incident and constituted a team.
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From Machchhar to Hathi, Ghoda: Exceptional story of Gujarati surnames behind Captain Smit's valour
India | Oct 03, 2026, 12:00 AM ISTMachchhar is an established Gujarati surname, found among communities including Nagar Brahmins and Lohanas. Gujarat also has a distinctive tradition of surnames that are derived from animals, birds or insects.
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'Highest ideals of courage': Demands grow for Ashoka Chakra for flydubai hero Captain Smit Machchhar
India | Oct 02, 2026, 06:39 PM ISTShiv Sena MP Milind Deora and many others have called that Ashoka Chakra, India's highest peacetime gallantry award, must be conferred to Captain Smit Machchhar, as his actions helped in saving 174 lives.
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OPINION | Incredible, unthinkable, a miracle: Captain Smit brings glory to India!
India | Oct 02, 2026, 04:37 PM ISTCaptain Smit showed excellent presence of mind during the attempted terrorist attack, fought his terrorist co-pilot and saved 174 lives. Had he not been there, another 9/11 tragedy could have taken place, and the world would have drowned in sorrow.
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Speed News: PM Modi Speaks to Capt. Smit Machchhar, Wishes Him Speedy Recovery
Originals | Oct 02, 2026, 04:08 PM ISTPM Modi spoke to Capt. Smit Machchhar and wished him a speedy recovery. Meanwhile, India ended Korea's 44-year dominance by winning historic Asian Games recurve gold. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.
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Israeli tourists hail Captain Smit Machchhar, hold posters for him in Manali
offbeat | Oct 02, 2026, 02:01 PM ISTTwo videos from Manali show tourists, apparently from Israel, holding posters praising Captain Smit Machchhar and thanking him for his actions during the Flydubai flight incident. The group also interacts with Indian tourists and locals, shares snacks and praises the people of India.
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'Was chanting Hanuman Chalisa': Captain Smit recounts cockpit attack to PM Modi during call | WATCH
India | Oct 02, 2026, 01:57 PM ISTCaptain Smit Machchhar told Prime Minister Narendra Modi that he was reciting the Hanuman Chalisa while battling a terrifying cockpit attack aboard a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. PM Modi praised his courage, presence of mind and resilience.
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PM Modi speaks to Captain Smit Machchhar, applauds his bravery, wishes him quick recovery
India | Oct 02, 2026, 12:34 PM ISTCaptain Smit Machchhar, who is recovering in UAE, spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on video call and said he was reciting the Hanuman Chalisa during the terrifying moment.
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Co-pilot accused of attacking Smit Machchhar spoke of 'killing Jews', refused handshakes with women
World | Oct 02, 2026, 11:26 AM ISTThe Omani co-pilot accused of attacking an Indian pilot on a Flydubai flight had reportedly displayed signs of radicalisation and unusual behaviour, according to multiple reports. The aircraft plunged 17,400 feet before passengers helped subdue him and force an emergency landing.
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'He tried to crash the plane': Video shows chaos after attack on Indian pilot Smit Machchhar
World | Oct 02, 2026, 09:54 AM ISTNew footage from flydubai flight FZ1073 captures the chaos after Captain Smit Machchhar was allegedly attacked inside the cockpit. Passengers and crew restrained the co-pilot as the injured Indian pilot was seen covered in blood before being taken away by medics.
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Trump says Iran maybe linked to flydubai copilot who tried to crash flight as UAE opens terror probe
World | Oct 01, 2026, 11:53 PM ISTAsked by reporters at the White House whether he had been briefed about possible links between the co-pilot and Tehran, Trump said the US was investigating the matter. "We’re working on it right now," Trump said.
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Aaj Ki Baat : Captain Smith's valorous story impressed even Modi and Netanyahu.
Aaj Ki Baat | Oct 02, 2026, 01:18 AM ISTThe bravery shown by Captain Smit to save 174 lives is being discussed all over the world today. If it were not for Indian pilot Captain Smit Machhar, perhaps another accident like 9/11 would have happened and the whole world would have been in mourning at that time
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Indian envoy in UAE says hero Indian pilot Smit Machachhar 'in good health' after flydubai incident
World | Oct 01, 2026, 08:34 PM IST"Ambassador Deepak Mittal visited Captain Smit Machchhar and his family at the hospital. Captain Machchhar is in good health and recovering well. The Embassy remains in close coordination with local authorities to ensure his continued medical care and well-being," read the Indian Embassy's post on X