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When office workers looked out of their Manhattan skyscrapers, they couldn't believe what was happening down below. A plane was flying incredibly low over the river. But it wasn't out of control it looked as if it was landing on a runway Flight 1549 was taking off from LaGuardia airport when it hit a flock of birds. In a terrible coincidence, both engines failed. Less than five minutes later the plane was in the water. Miraculously, all 155 passengers and crew survived 2 According to passengers, one minute they were going up and the next minute everyone was screaming. A passenger who was sitting near the left engine told reporters that flames were coming out of it. think everyohe was saying their prayers, said one man. For a second, thought I was going to die right there in the plane, another added. The parents of a three-year-old girl and a nine-month old baby held their children tight while the plane was going down. It's good to be alive, they said,
3 The pilot, Chesley B Sullenberger, had only two choices: to land on water, or crash He made a quick decision, and managed to landon the busiest part of the Hudson River. Within minutes, 14 boats came to rescue the passengers wlao were standing on the wings and those who weren't wearing life jackets. A true hero, Sullenberger was the last to leave the sinking plane. One grateful survivor said he spoke to him while they were standing on a rescue raft. said I just want to thank you on behalf of all of us," he said. Sullenberger was very calm. He just smiled and said "You're welcome.

Вопрос
Your voice In your opinion, which of these people played a part in avoiding a disaster? Can you think of any other people who were involved? pilot co-pilot air stewards passengers office workers ferry captains reporters police divers the public

I believe that the fortunate outcome was possible due to the skills of the people involved. The excellent flying skills of Captain Sullenberger and his co-pilot enabled them to do the only thing that was right at that moment and land the plane on the Hudson River. The professionalism of the flight attendants played a great role too. They managed to organise a very efficient passenger evacuation. The passengers also played their part as they did their best not to panic but to follow the cabin crew's instructions.

Obviously, we should mention the ferry captains who hurried to rescue the crew and the passengers.