PM Modi speaks to flydubai pilot who allegedly foiled co-pilot's attempt to crash flight

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke to Captain Smit Machchaar, the flydubai pilot who helped foil an alleged attempt by his co-pilot to crash an Israel-bound flight, and praised his courage during the incident. During the telephonic conversation, Machchaar shared details of the incident and what gave him the courage to respond, government sources said. Modi applauded his bravery and wished him a speedy recovery.