Dubai. Indian Captain Smit Machar and other flydubai crew members have been awarded the 'First Class Order of Zayed 2' on behalf of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). He was given this honor for the courage shown in ensuring the safety of passengers by foiling an attack attempt during a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. Let us tell you that Indian Captain Smit Machar was seriously injured and fell on the floor soaked in blood, but he did not lose courage. Mustering his remaining strength, he opened the cockpit lock, allowing the passengers and other crew members to overpower the attacking co-pilot.
Received honor from the President, Crown Prince of Dubai handed over medals
The medals were presented by the Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Dubai Government Media Office said in a statement on Tuesday. He appreciated the work of the crew and their sense of responsibility. The courage, devotion to duty and sense of responsibility of the crew members were appreciated at the reception.
There was an attack on a flight going from Dubai to Tel Aviv
Machar and other flydubai crew members were given the honor at a reception hosted by the President. The incident took place on flydubai flight FZ1073 on September 30. The plane was going from Dubai to Tel Aviv and had more than 170 people on board. Machar was seriously injured when his co-pilot attacked him with an ax kept in the cockpit of the plane for emergency use. The reason for the attack is not yet clear.
Showed courage despite serious injuries
Israeli officials have identified the co-pilot as a citizen of Oman. He attacked the mosquito with a sharp weapon due to which the plane started going downwards rapidly. During this, the plane descended about 14,000 feet in less than 30 seconds. The mosquitoes were lying on the floor in a pool of blood. Despite this, he gathered his remaining strength and opened the 'lock' of the cockpit door. This helped the passengers and other crew members overpower the co-pilot.
treated in hospital
Two other flydubai pilots present on the plane then landed the plane safely in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. The Omani co-pilot was taken into custody. At the same time, the mosquito was first treated in a hospital in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia and later he was taken to Abu Dhabi for treatment. At the same time, the mosquito was first treated in a hospital in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia and later he was taken to Abu Dhabi for treatment.
According to the statement, the crew members successfully foiled the cockpit attack, ensured the safety of the passengers and helped the aircraft land safely in Saudi Arabia. The statement said the crew members expressed their gratitude to the President. He said that this honor reflects the President's respect for the values of service, dedication and commitment.
What is 'First Class Order of Zayed 2'?
The 'First Class Order of Zayed II' is a high civilian honor of the United Arab Emirates. The President of the UAE confers this honor on individuals, diplomats, officers and crew members for distinguished service, bravery or contribution to strengthening bilateral and international relations. The ceremony was attended by Sheikh Thiab bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of Development and Martyrs Affairs at the Office of the President, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and several officials.