Indian Captain Praised for Heroism During Dubai-Tel Aviv Flight

Summary

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised Captain Smit Mothar after he was injured while struggling for control of a Flydubai plane on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. All 174 passengers were safe, and both Modi and Benjamin Netanyahu hailed his bravery and quick action.

Key Points
  • Narendra Modi called Indian Captain Smit Mothar a hero for saving lives during a dangerous struggle on a Flydubai flight.
  • All 174 passengers on the Dubai-Tel Aviv flight were reported safe, including 166 Israeli citizens.
  • Benjamin Netanyahu also praised Mothar’s bravery as he received treatment for injuries sustained during the incident.
  • Mothar, a Mumbai-born pilot with more than 13 years of experience, has flown for Flydubai since 2022.
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