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UPDATED Oct 17, 2026 at 9:12 PM ET
Oct 17, 2026 at 3:09 PM ET
Flydubai pilot describes being stabbed by co-pilot
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Indian Flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar said his co-pilot attacked him during a routine flight. Machchhar initially misinterpreted the attack, lost consciousness while trying to defend himself, and opened the cockpit door; other crew members intervened and helped regain control of the aircraft. He expressed gratitude for medical care.
WHO: Flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar
WHAT: Machchhar described being attacked and stabbed by his co-pilot during a flight.
WHEN: Reported Oct 17, 2026 at 1:50 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The reason for the co-pilot's attack was not reported.
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