Flight 1549: The Miracle on the Hudson | E 142

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In this episode of The Crux, hosts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh delve into the miraculous events of January 15, 2009, when U.S. Airways flight 1549 made an emergency landing on the Hudson River. With a calm and collected demeanor, Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger and his co-pilot Jeff Skiles navigated this high-stakes situation, ensuring the safety of all 155 passengers and crew aboard. The episode covers the preparation, quick thinking, and profound impact of this remarkable aviation story, highlighting Sully's extensive experience and the collective efforts of everyone involved in the rescue. Tune in to hear the gripping details and the legacy of the Miracle on the Hudson.
00:00 Introduction to the Miracle on the Hudson
01:29 Setting the Scene: January 15th, 2009
04:29 The Bird Strike: A Catastrophic Event
05:19 Sully's Calm and Calculated Response
06:49 The Decision to Land on the Hudson
09:12 The Perfect Water Landing
11:46 Evacuation and Rescue
14:09 Aftermath and Heroism
16:00 Sully's Early Life and Aviation Beginnings
17:20 Aviation Career and Contributions
17:52 The Miracle on the Hudson
18:59 Aftermath and Legacy
20:34 The Plane's Journey to the Museum
23:39 Other Notable Water Landings
25:32 Impact and Reflections
28:57 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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Primary Sources

1. Sullenberger, Chesley "Sully" and Jeffrey Zaslow. "Highest Duty: My Search for What Really Matters" (2009) - William Morrow

• Source for biographical information about Sully
• Details about his career and background
• His personal account of the incident

1. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Aircraft Accident Report

• "Loss of Thrust in Both Engines After Encountering a Flock of Birds and Subsequent Ditching on the Hudson River" (2010)
• Technical details of the incident
• Timeline of events
• Communications transcripts
• Investigation findings

1. Official Flight 1549 Cockpit Voice Recorder Transcript

• Source for direct quotes between Sully and air traffic control
• Communications during the incident

Interviews and Media Coverage

1. CBS News "60 Minutes" Interview with Sully Sullenberger (2009)

• Details about the landing
• Post-incident reflection
• Personal impact

1. The Associated Press Coverage

• Contemporary reporting of the incident
• Passenger interviews
• Rescue operation details

1. Carolinas Aviation Museum Documentation

• Information about the aircraft recovery
• Details about the museum installation
• Current state of the aircraft

Books and Documentaries

1. "Miracle on the Hudson: Behind the Scenes of the NTSB Investigation" by Robert Benzon

• Technical details
• Investigation process
• Aircraft recovery information

1. "Brace for Impact: The Chesley B. Sullenberger Story" (2010 Documentary)

• Passenger accounts
• Crew testimonies
• Rescue operation details

Passenger and Crew Accounts

1. Various news interviews with:

• Flight attendant Doreen Welsh
• Flight attendant Sheila Dail
• Passenger Jim Whitaker
• Passenger Barry Leonard
• Other survivors

1. Air traffic controller Patrick Harten's testimony before Congress

• Details of communications during the incident
• His perspective on the events

Technical Sources

1. Airbus A320 Technical Documentation

• Aircraft specifications
• Emergency procedures
• Water landing protocols

1. Bird Strike Committee USA Reports

• Information about bird strikes in aviation
• Statistics and historical context

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