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Flydubai pilot describes cockpit stabbing incident during flight to Tel Aviv

2 Ekim 2026Al Jazeera

A Flydubai pilot shared details of a midair stabbing by a co-pilot, raising concerns about airline safety.
Smit Machchhar, a pilot with Flydubai, recounted a harrowing experience during a flight to Tel Aviv when his co-pilot launched a violent attack on him. The incident, described as a midair disaster, has raised serious concerns about cockpit safety and crew mental health.
Machchhar's call with Indian Prime Minister Modi highlighted the gravity of the situation and the need for enhanced security measures in aviation.
Cockpit safety has been a critical issue in aviation, especially following several high-profile incidents involving pilot behavior. The Flydubai incident is particularly concerning as it involves a direct attack during flight, which could have led to catastrophic consequences.
The attack on a pilot by a co-pilot in midair is a rare and alarming event that underscores the potential dangers within the cockpit. This incident raises questions about the psychological evaluations of flight crew and the protocols in place to handle such crises.

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