Mully

On January 15, 2009, Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger and First Officer Jeff Skiles board US Airways Flight 1549. This flight is intended to carry them from LaGuardia Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Just three minutes into the flight, at an altitude of around 2,800 feet, the aircraft collides with a flock of birds. This catastrophic event leads to the crippling of both engines, placing everyone on board in a dire situation.

Realizing they cannot reach the nearest airports, Sully makes the courageous decision to ditch the aircraft into the Hudson River. His calm demeanor under pressure becomes critical as he navigates the emergency landing.

Despite suffering minor injuries, Sully successfully facilitates the evacuation of all crew and passengers without any fatalities. His prompt actions earn him immediate recognition as a hero.

Following the incident, Sully and his wife Lorraine become targets of intense media scrutiny. This unwanted attention brings added emotional challenges for the couple as they navigate their newfound fame.

As the investigation into the flight commences, Sully discovers preliminary data suggesting that one engine may have been operational. This revelation leads him to believe that the incident should be viewed as a forced water landing rather than a crash.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) argues that the plane still had the capability to land safely at LaGuardia or Teterboro. This disagreement grows, intensifying the pressure between Sully and the investigating bodies.

Sully faces the daunting reality that he might be judged based on just 208 seconds of flight. He confronts the NTSB's simulations suggesting alternative outcomes, which he believes do not reflect the true emergency they faced.

Determined to prove his account, Sully arranges for the simulations to be executed with live pilots reenacting the same conditions. The results of these trials align with his assertion that the emergency landing was the best option.

Within minutes of the ditching, emergency services respond with seven ferries, including the Thomas Jefferson and Intrepid. Over 1,200 rescue workers are involved in the operation to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.

As passengers evacuate through the wing exits, the iconic image of survivors on the wings and life rafts emerges. Their quick escape is a testament to Sully's leadership during the crisis.

Upon retrieval of the aircraft’s port engine from the river, the investigation confirms significant damage consistent with the bird strike. This finding validates Sully's assessment of the emergency and his decisions on that day.

In the aftermath, Sully reflects not only on his actions but also on the collective effort of the crew and emergency responders. He acknowledges that the successful rescue was a combined heroics of many involved.

With the completion of the investigation, the NTSB adjusts their findings based on the evidence provided by Sully's simulations and the confirmed engine failure. This outcome brings him a sense of validation after months of scrutiny.