Flydubai Pilot Thwarts Hijacking Attempt

Clear Facts

• A Flydubai pilot stopped a hijacking attempt aboard a flight carrying more than 170 passengers.
• The pilot sustained multiple wounds during the confrontation.
• The crew’s actions protected everyone on board.

The Flydubai pilot who prevented a hijacking of the flight most likely saving the more than 170 people onboard described the harrowing attack.

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An unforgettable conversation with Captain Smit, filled with pride and emotions. pic.twitter.com/CCf46PKOWR

 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 2, 2026

Captain Smit Machchhar has shown the world the highest form of courage.

Without fearing for his own life, he fought valiantly and prevented another 9/11 like attack from happening.

140 crore Indians salute Captain Smit and are praying for his well-being. pic.twitter.com/YGTA9CFCAg

 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 1, 2026

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu:
“As time passes, the picture is becoming clearer. Yaniv and his heroic companions prevented a disaster on the scale of 9/11.

The attacker underwent Islamist radicalization. He intended to crash the plane with all its passengers on board.

We… pic.twitter.com/GeWLLU2e6L

— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) October 2, 2026