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Fly Dubai aircraft rescuer identified
The rescue operation of the Fly Dubai aircraft was carried out by Captain Smit Macher, who has been serving as the flight captain since June 2022. The aircraft experienced a violent incident in the cockpit during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, where an Omani flight officer attacked the pilot with a knife, leading to an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Both pilots were injured and taken to the hospital, while the plane landed safely after a quick descent and the activation of emergency procedures that included transmitting "7700" and "7500" distress signals. The rescue operation is considered a source of pride, as approximately 180 passengers' lives were saved. Captain Smit, with over 9,750 flying hours in his career, is regarded as a hero for his role in managing the incident, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and training in pilots' duties.
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