Friday 16 January 2009

A water landing

NEW YORK REGION January 16, 2009 US Airways Crew Is Credited for Nimble Reaction By MATTHEW L. WALD From early indications, it appears the pilot handled the river landing with aplomb and avoided major injuries.

"Airliners are not meant to glide, although occasionally they have to. The pilot of this one, Capt. Chesley B. Sullenberger III, is certified as a glider pilot, according to Federal Aviation Administration records."

No comments: