FlyDubai Attack: Hero Captain Smit Machchar Receives UAE's Highest Civilian Award | WION News

In the September 30, 2026, incident aboard FlyDubai Flight FZ1073, Captain Machchhar was seriously injured during an attack in the cockpit but managed to open the cockpit door, allowing crew members and passengers to intervene. The aircraft made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, and everyone on board survived. On October 28, the UAE honoured him and fellow crew members with the First Class Order of Zayed II, recognising their courage and efforts to safeguard passengers. Israel has also announced plans to present him with its Presidential Award for Civilian Heroism after his recovery.

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