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Captain Smit Machchhar has become a national hero. He is a commercial pilot who came into the spotlight after an alarming incident aboard flydubai Flight FZ1073.
Salman Khan praises pilot Smit Machchhar.
Bollywood actor Salman Khan has praised flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar following his bravery during the attack on the recent Israel-bound flight. On Friday night, Khan took to his X handle and shared that he would be honoured to fly with him. In his signature style, Salman told ‘well done’ to Machchhar and appreciated his heroism.
“Kamaal kar diya pilot ji, hum sab aap ko salute karte hain will be a pleasure to fly with u.. Well done bro.. Capt Smit Machchhar. (You did an amazing job, pilot sir. We all salute you. It will be a pleasure to fly with you. Well done, bro. Capt Smit Machchhar),” Salman wrote.
Kamaal kar diya pilot ji, hum sab aap ko salute karte hain will be a pleasure to fly with u.. Well done bro.. Capt #SmitMachchhar— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) October 2, 2026
Who Is Smit Machchhar? What Did He Do?
Captain Smit Machchhar has become a national hero. He is a commercial pilot who came into the spotlight after an alarming incident aboard flydubai Flight FZ1073, which was travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv with 174 people onboard. His co-pilot allegedly attacked and stabbed him before the aircraft went into a steep descent. Despite suffering serious injuries, Machchhar managed to open the cockpit door, allowing passengers and crew to enter and overpower the attacker. Backup pilots then took control and the aircraft was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where it landed safely.
Machchhar is currently recovering in an Abu Dhabi hospital.
Salman Khan’s Latest And Next Films
Salman Khan was last seen in Sikandar, followed by cameos in Raja Shivaji and 7 Dogs. The actor, who is currently also hosting Bigg Boss 20, will soon be seen in Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace, in which he plays Indian Army officer Colonel B Santosh Babu. The film was previously titled Battle of Galwan.
Besides, Maatrubhumi Salman Khan will also star opposite Nayanthara in director Vamshi Paidipally’s action film, tentatively titled SVC63. It is scheduled for an Eid 2027 release.
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October 03, 2026, 08:10 IST