A commercial airline pilot who was violently attacked mid-flight by a passenger has shared his harrowing experience with India’s prime minister, detailing the assault that unfolded during the journey. The incident, which involved a stabbing, has raised serious concerns about passenger safety and airline security protocols. Authorities are reportedly reviewing the case, though no further details on the attacker’s motives or the pilot’s condition have been confirmed. The meeting between the pilot and the prime minister underscores the severity of the attack and its broader implications for aviation security.
Capt Smit Machchhar, who was stabbed during the flight, speaks to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
