An Indian pilot, Smit Machchhar, is being lauded as a hero after thwarting a potential catastrophe on a Tel Aviv-bound Flydubai flight. The pilot was reportedly attacked in the cockpit by his copilot, who allegedly tried to crash the aircraft. Machchhar recounted fighting for his life, stating he could not let others die as he managed to open the cockpit door during the struggle.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu credited the pilot with preventing a disaster comparable to 9/11. The Indian pilot also reportedly informed Prime Minister Modi about the harrowing incident.
President Donald Trump issued a strong warning, stating that Iran would be hit very hard if it is found to be behind the copilot's attempt to crash the flight to Israel. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
