'I was not going to let others die' - pilot of Flydubai flight describes cockpit attack by co-pilot
Capt Smit Machchhar tells Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi he opened the cockpit door to let others in during the attack.
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Notable Quotes
"I was lying on the floor injured but I told myself to go for one last push to open the door from inside."
— Smit Machchhar , Other
"His courage, patience and quick decision-making saved the lives of so many people."
— Narendra Modi , Politician
"I am proud of Capt Smit for his bravery."
— Deepak Mittal , Other
Key People
Benjamin Netanyahu is the prime minister of Israel.
Deepak Mittal is the Indian ambassador to the UAE.
Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister of India.
Smit Machchhar is an Indian pilot injured during the incident.
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Capt Smit Machchhar tells Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi he opened the cockpit door to let others in during the attack.
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