Smit Machchhar
Smit Machchhar is an Indian pilot injured during the incident.
Notable Quotes
"True hero of extraordinary bravery."View Story →
"the scenario felt like a rollercoaster"View Story →
"I was lying on the floor injured but I told myself to go for one last push to open the door from inside."View Story →
"I told myself to go for one last push to open the door from inside."View Story →
"I told myself to go for one last push to open the door from inside."View Story →
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