Timothy Heron | Instrument Flying

Miracle on the Hudson…and a thought.

15 Jan 2014 1400Z

Today, January 15, 2014, is the fifth anniversary of the so-called “Miracle on the Hudson” US Airways flight that landed safely on the Hudson River, thereby saving 155 souls. Capt. Sully Sullenberger and FO Jeffrey B. Skiles performed their PIC duties competently, confidently, and successfully due, at least in part, to the expert training they received throughout their careers.

Today might also be the day when you thank your own CFI for holding you to a higher standard.  You never know when you may be called upon to execute that training in compressed time.

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