New York: Miracle on the Hudson. On January 15, 2009, Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger performed what came to be known as the “Miracle on the Hudson.”
Shortly after takeoff from New York’s LaGuardia Airport, US Airways Flight 1549 collided with a flock of geese, causing catastrophic engine failure. Facing no viable landing options, Captain Sullenberger skillfully landed the plane on the icy waters of the Hudson River.
All 154+1 passengers, crew members and captain survived the crash, thanks to his quick thinking and years of experience. The event is celebrated as a triumph of human ingenuity as Sully became a national hero.
Also we cannot forget the “Sully” movie featured by Tom Hanks made this incident a Global Sensation.
