Flydubai cockpit attack: Israel to honour Capt Smit with top civilian bravery award
Israel is set to award Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar the Presidential Award for Civil Heroism for his role in preventing a disaster on a flydubai flight. Six Israeli passengers who helped subdue the co-pilot during an alleged attack will also receive the honor.
Why it matters
The incident highlights international cooperation in aviation security and the recognition of civilian bravery in preventing potential mass-casualty events.
Israel will honour Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar with the Presidential Award for Civil Heroism for his role in preventing a major aviation disaster aboard a flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv, President Isaac Herzog announced on Thursday.Herzog made the announcement while presenting the Presidential Medal for Civilian Heroism to six Israeli passengers who helped thwart the alleged attempt to crash flight FZ1073 last week.The ceremony was held in Jerusalem.“Alongside the Israeli heroes we honor today, we send our heartfelt wishes for a full and speedy recovery to Captain Smit Machchhar of India.
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