Captain Smit Machchhar Order of Zayed II: Full Story & Award
Captain Smit Machchhar Order of Zayed II: Complete Story of Bravery In a ceremony reflecting deep national gratitude, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan conferred the First Class Order of Zayed II on Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar and the brave flydubai crew . The recognition follows a perilous September in-flight terror incident where Captain Machchhar's decisive, heroic actions saved over 170 lives on board Flight FZ1073 bound for Tel Aviv. While recovering from severe injuries sustained during the mid-air emergency, Captain Machchhar demonstrated unprecedented professionalism under extreme pressure. #BREAKING: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan honours Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar and fellow flydubai crew members with the First Class Order of Zayed II for their courageous efforts to ensure passenger safety during a September in-flight terror incident. The UAE recognises courage, professionalism and dedication. 🇦🇪🇮🇳 — Aditya Raj Kaul ...