pilot hero

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh) — Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian aviator who averted a major aviation catastrophe after being stabbed by his co-pilot aboard a flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv, has been airlifted to Abu Dhabi to receive advanced specialized medical care. The violent incident took place mid-air aboard Boeing 737 flight FZ1073 en route from Dubai. According to authorities, the co-pilot attacked Captain Machchhar with a sharp weapon in an attempt to hijack the flight deck and seize control of the aircraft. Despite sustaining severe stab wounds and fighting for his life, the seasoned commander maintained presence of…