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January 15, 2024

'Captain Sully' didn't train for water landing before putting US Airways jet down in Hudson River 15 years ago

Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger said he had nothing more than "one classroom discussion" before Jan. 15, 2009, when he safely landed a plane in the Hudson River

January 15, 2024

Captain Sully talks about "Miracle on the Hudson"

On Jan. 15, 2009, Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger landed a falling passenger plane on the Hudson River. (Credit: American Veterans Center)

January 15, 2024

Captain Sully says there was "one classroom discussion" before "Miracle on the Hudson"

Captain Chesley B. "Sully" Sullenberger saved over 150 lives when he safely landed a plane on the Hudson River on Jan. 15, 2009. (Credit: American Veterans Center)

January 15, 2024

Massachusetts flight school owner, instructor and student pilot killed in small plane crash

Three people, including the owner of a flight school, a flight instructor and a student pilot, died in a small plane crash in a remote area of Massachusetts on Sunday.

January 15, 2024

Colorado Springs hiker rescued from steep canyon ledge in 'dangerously low' temperatures

A hiker in Colorado Springs was rescued from a rocky ledge after becoming stuck in below freezing weather over the weekend, officials said.

January 15, 2024

United CEO enrages Musk, Larry Elder and social media for viral diverse hiring comments: 'This is messed up'

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby was heavily criticized on social media after he discussed the company's diversity initiatives in a viral 2021 HBO interview.

January 15, 2024

Discovering Iowa's unique charms and vibrant landscapes

Discover the allure of Iowa, a state nestled in the heart of the Midwest, boasting a rich tapestry of history, culture and natural wonders. Here's what to see.

January 15, 2024

Denmark crowns Australian-born Mary Donaldson as queen following abdication of Queen Margrethe

Australian-born Mary Donaldson has become the queen of Denmark following the abdication of Queen Margrethe II. Celebrations took place across Australia on Monday.

January 15, 2024

'Amazing' 15 years since 'Miracle on the Hudson' airline drama as hero pilot still commands attention

Hero pilot "Sully" Sullenberger headlined a panel at The Paley Center for Media in New York City recalling the 15th anniversary of US Airways Flight 1549 "Miracle on the Hudson."

January 15, 2024

On this day in history, January 15, 2009, US Airways flight makes miraculous landing in the Hudson River

Pilots Sully Sullenberger and Jeffrey Skiles made a miraculous emergency landing of US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River on this day in history, Jan. 15, 2009.