Mark the 15th anniversary of the ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ with this article from the Aircraft Interiors International archives. Doreen Welsh, the rear cabin flight attendant on US Airways Flight 1549, shares why the event had every reason to go wrong, and how self-preservation, improvisation and a little good luck helped ensure everyone on board survived to tell this unbelievable tale.
The 15th anniversary of the ‘Miracle on the Hudson’
By Adam Gavine
US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River. Image: Greg Lam Pak Ng / Wikimedia Commons
Adam Gavine
Ever since his first flight on a TriStar, Adam has loved air travel, and since becoming editor of the Aircraft Interiors International brand he has really enjoyed the opportunity to be involved with the latest aircraft and airline products before they are even launched. Adam co-ordinates the running of the magazine, from commissioning articles and artwork, to ensuring that high standards of quality are maintained, as well as managing online content. Adam is proud to sit on the jury of the Crystal Cabin Awards and to have laid on the bed in Etihad's Residence.
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