On January 15, 2009, a US Airways Airbus A320 aircraft crash-landed on New York’s Hudson River after a flock of geese damaged both engines while in the sky. The pilot, Captain Chelsey “Sully” Sullenberger, made a surprising decision to land the airplane on the river after realizing they couldn’t return to La Guardia airport. Captain Sullenberger’s expertise, determination, and bravery saved the lives of all 155 souls on board. It’s a shining example of how a pilot’s skills and grace under pressure make all the difference when it comes to flying a plane. The incident was later dubbed “The Miracle on the Hudson” and would go on to inspire future pilots. It also fueled a lot of safety changes in the aviation industry. A Pilot’s Duty Every time a pilot flies, they are responsible for all the souls on board. It’s a heavy burden indeed, which is why pilots have…