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Terrorist or whack job: Trump on flydubai co-pilot after mid-air attack; calls Indian Captain Smit Machchhar a hero
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US President Donald Trump commented on a mid-air attack aboard flydubai flight FZ1073, describing the co-pilot as "perhaps a terrorist or perhaps a whack job."
What happened
The co-pilot allegedly attacked Indian Captain Smit Machchhar on the flight, stabbing him. The pilot was severely injured. A passenger intervened to subdue the alleged attacker by putting him in a chokehold and pulling him out of the cockpit. The plane was reportedly plunging toward the ground.
Why it matters
The incident highlights concerns about airline security and the potential for in-flight attacks. The response of passengers and crew members, including an Israeli passenger who intervened to stop the alleged attacker, is being hailed as heroic.
Key facts
- The incident occurred on a flydubai flight.
- The co-pilot allegedly attacked Captain Smit Machchhar.
- A passenger intervened to subdue the alleged attacker.
- US President Donald Trump described the co-pilot as "perhaps a terrorist or perhaps a whack job".
- The pilot was severely injured.
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