From Textile Studies to the Cockpit: The Journey of Captain Smit Macchar

Captain Smit Macchar’s professional path began in a family‑owned textile business where he pursued management studies. A seminar on aviation sparked his fascination, prompting him to switch careers. He later trained in New Zealand, spending roughly 1.6‑1.7 million rupees on pilot education. After a decade with India’s low‑cost carrier SpiceJet, where he earned more than 10,000 flight hours on Boeing 737s, he joined Flydubai in June 2022 as a direct‑entry captain. His résumé lists over 13 years in commercial aviation, including roles as line‑training captain and senior commander.