Flydubai flight accident: Who took charge in the cockpit after Captain Smit Machar was injured

The horrifying and sensational incident that took place during ‘Flydubai’ flight FZ1073 going from Dubai to Tel Aviv, Israel has attracted the attention of the whole world. The bravery and wisdom of the Indian captain of this flight, Smit Machchhar, saved the lives of 180 passengers, who were seriously injured in a sudden fatal knife attack by the co-pilot.

During the incident, at around 8:20 in the morning, the plane suddenly started diving downwards very fast and within just two minutes, the plane came down to 17,400 feet, causing a lot of screaming among the passengers. In such a situation, the question arising in everyone’s mind is that when the chief pilot Smit Machar was seriously injured, then who brought down the plane safely in that critical situation?

According to the information received, when there was a violent scuffle going on between the Omani co-pilot and Captain Machar inside the cockpit and the plane started going out of control, hearing the sounds of ‘save-save’ coming from the cockpit, the cabin crew and the passengers sitting in the front of the plane immediately came forward to help. The passengers showed presence of mind and chased the attacker out of the cockpit and brought the situation under control.

Thereafter, in accordance with the security arrangements and emergency protocols within the aircraft, persons not on duty on that flight two relief pilots Come forward immediately. These two relief pilots took control of the cockpit with the help of passengers and crew members. These experienced pilots, displaying great calmness and exceptional skill, saved the plane from going out of control and landed it safely at Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Airport in Tabuk city, Saudi Arabia.

While the relief pilots were busy trying to land the plane safely, another unique incident happened inside the plane. Indian Captain Smit Machar, who was badly injured in this violent clash in the cockpit, was bleeding heavily from his head and hands.

It was fortunate that in that flight Shota Musayev A dentist (doctor) passenger named Yadav was also travelling. As soon as the attacker was brought under control, Dr. Musayev immediately reached Captain Machar and with the help of in-flight resources, provided first aid to his wounds and stabilized his condition until landing. Today, due to the combined efforts of all these brave men, relief pilots and passengers, the lives of 180 people have been saved.