NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Friday marks 12 years since the so-called “Miracle on the Hudson.”
On Jan. 15, 2009, U.S. Airways Flight 1549 took off from LaGuardia Airport on its way to North Carolina.
READ MORE: 'Irresponsible:' MTA Says Mayor's Plan To Add 250 Subway Officers Isn't Enough To Combat Recent CrimeWhen a flock of geese disabled the engines, Capt. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger had to choose between trying to reach an airport or attempting a daring water landing.
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READ MORE: With Injuries Piling Up Across New York City, Mayor De Blasio Is Considering Bicycles Being Required To Have License PlatesHe chose the water and safely glided the plane into the river.
All 155 crew members and passengers were rescued.
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