Israel‑India Festival Highlights Captain Smita Machhar’s Bravery

The India‑Israel Festival in Tel Aviv turned into a tribute to aviation heroism when Captain Smita Machhar was honored for her daring rescue on Flydubai flight FD1073. The event, which also gathered the Indian Jewish community, featured remarks from Indian Ambassador JP Singh.

Ambassador Singh praised the captain’s fearless response, noting that her actions elevated the spirit of cooperation between India and Israel. He expressed confidence that she will recover quickly and continue to inspire future pilots.

Yavin Revach, Israel’s commercial consul for the Middle‑West region, echoed the sentiment, calling the captain a “true superhero” whose courage exemplified the core values of the bilateral friendship.

The ceremony underscored a shared resolve that terror and fear will never dominate the skies, reinforcing the safety of travelers worldwide.