About 50 passengers, ferry boat operators and hospital staffers gathered at Pier 79 to honor the first responders who had jumped into action when US Airways Flight 1549 splashed down in the Hudson River on Jan. 15, 2009.
The truth is, it wasn't a miracle. It's what happened when a skilled airline crew and first responders got the plane to a place where rescue was possible.
Monday marked 15 years since a U.S. Airways flight was forced to make an emergency landing dubbed the Miracle on the Hudson . Its pilot, Captain Sully Sullenberger became a household
“It changed how you approach each day. I look each day as I get up with gratitude so not only the good experiences but I’m grateful for those that are trying as well.” passenger Sheryl Nejman says.