Exclusive Video: US Airways Flight 1549’s Incredible Landing – First Impact Footage

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Key Takeaways:

  • AVweb compiled footage and information regarding the January 15 successful water landing of US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River.
  • Piloted by Chesley Sullenberger and Jeffrey Skiles, the aircraft safely ditched shortly after departing LaGuardia Airport.
  • All 155 people on board were successfully rescued by NY Waterways ferries and emergency personnel.
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AVweb video editor Glenn Pew has compiled footage and information on the January 15 crash of US Airways Flight 1549 that successfully ditched in the Hudson River minutes after departure from LaGuardia airport. Piloted by Chesley Sullenberger and Jeffrey Skiles, the aircraft landed safely in the water, where NY Waterways ferries and emergency personnel then rescued all 155 aboard.


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