The Israeli heroes who helped prevent an unimaginable catastrophe aboard Flydubai Flight 1073 were honored today by President Isaac Herzog with the President’s Medal for Civilian Bravery.

President Herzog praised the extraordinary courage of Yaniv Hayun, known as “Yaniv the Plumber,” Dr. Shota Musayev, Tali and Tzvika Manes, Or Pardilov, and Asaf Rejwan, whose quick thinking and fearless actions helped save the 174 souls aboard the aircraft.

“We couldn’t hold back tears of excitement in the face of the incredible story of heroism aboard Flydubai Flight 1073,” Herzog said, describing the extraordinary courage and resourcefulness that prevented a devastating tragedy.

And Let’s Not Forget One Of The Youngest Heroes Of All: Little Nina Manes!

It was Nina’s trip to the bathroom that led her mother, Tali, to notice something was terribly wrong near the cockpit. Tali raised the alarm, helping set in motion the extraordinary chain of events that would ultimately save so many lives.

See Something. Say Something. Sometimes, Even The Smallest Actions Can Save 174 Lives.

Ordinary Israelis. Extraordinary courage. A miracle in the sky that the world will never forget.

Watch The Most Beautiful And Emotional Moments From Today’s Ceremony.