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Pilot Smit Machchhar's Health Stable: Indian Embassy Provides Crucial Update!
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News18•02-10-2026, 14:39
Pilot Smit Machchhar's Health Stable: Indian Embassy Provides Crucial Update!
- •The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia confirmed that Indian pilot Smit Machchhar, injured preventing a hijacking, is doing well.
- •Smit Machchhar was stabbed by the co-pilot on a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.
- •Despite severe stab wounds, Machchhar bravely operated the plane, saving 180 passengers.
- •Currently hospitalized in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, Machchhar is smiling and conversing normally.
- •Prime Minister Modi spoke with Machchhar, commending his bravery and wishing him a speedy recovery.
Key Questions Answered
The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia and the Indian Ambassador have stated that pilot Smit Machchhar is doing well, is in stable condition, and is smiling and conversing normally after receiving hospital treatment.
While the flight was at 17,000 feet, the Indian primary pilot Smit Machchhar was stabbed by the Omani co-pilot, but passengers apprehended the co-pilot while Machchhar bravely operated the plane to save 180 passengers.
Yes, Prime Minister Modi spoke with Captain Smit Machchhar to inquire about his well-being, listened to his experience of acting bravely during the crisis, and wished him a speedy recovery.
