Smit Machchhar Flydubai attack details emerged during an emotional video conversation between the injured Indian captain and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.He is recovering at a hospital in Abu Dhabi, recalled how he fought through serious injuries to help protect those aboard the Dubai-Tel Aviv flight.During the interaction, he told Modi that he regularly recites the Hanuman Chalisa whenever he faces difficult situations. He said he followed the same practice during the mid-air emergency and credited his faith with giving him courage during the ordeal.

Machchhar became emotional while speaking with Modi and described the conversation as a special moment. He told the Prime Minister that Modi was his biggest idol and said he had never imagined getting an opportunity to speak directly with him.Machchhar was attacked and stabbed by his co-pilot during flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv. The aircraft carrying 174 people descended nearly 14,000 feet in less than 30 seconds during the incident.

Smit Machchhar Recounts Brave Fight During Flydubai Attack

Smit Machchhar, despite suffering serious injuries, recalled forcing himself to get back up because he feared passengers could lose their lives. He managed to open the cockpit door, allowing passengers and crew members to intervene. Another team of Flydubai pilots then took control and safely landed the aircraft in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Machchhar’s courage, quick thinking and determination, telling the captain that people across India were praying for his recovery.

Machchhar’s account provides a first-person perspective on the dramatic cockpit incident while investigations continue into the circumstances and motive behind the attack.The captain remains under medical care in the UAE following his injuries. His conversation with Modi highlighted both the physical struggle he faced inside the cockpit and the personal faith he said helped him remain determined during the crisis.