Netanyahu Hails 'Hero' Pilot Smit Machchhar, Passenger For Averting Mid-Air Disaster
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised Indian pilot Smit Machchhar and an Israeli passenger for their bravery during the Flydubai cockpit crisis. Netanyahu said the injured pilot was left bleeding as the aircraft entered a steep descent, while a passenger's timely intervention helped others regain control and prevent a major tragedy.
