Sully’s work that day was beyond reproach. Regardless of whether he could have done it differently, he brought the plane down in extreme circumstances without loss of life. Sully’s a true hero. 😉
The problem with trying to glide to a runway at LGA is that the margin for error is zero with huge, horrible consequences for missing by even a little. That airport is surrounded by acres of buildings, as well as a seawall and the bay. The Hudson River always seemed like a much safer alternative… and it seems Sully agreed with this assessment. What an excellent display of airmanship he and Styles accomplished.
