"The Miracle on the Hudson"

(01:20) Report

Jan. 16 - The US Airways pilot who was forced to ditch in the frigid Hudson River is being lauded as a hero -- for ensuring all those on board, including a baby, were safe

Even though pilots train for water landings, aviation experts agree Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger -- a former Air Force fighter pilot-- showed rare skill in making a near textbook landing without the plane breaking apart. Jon Decker reports.

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  • Joe Hart, survivor
  • Unidentified survivor

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