In 2009 Chesley Scully Sullenberger took his place in the cockpit for a flight from New York City to Charlotte North Carolina. Soon after takeoff the jet hit some passing geese and lost power in both engines. Then the lives of 155 people depended on the pilot's skill. With no airports close enough for an emergency landing Sully saw no choice but to head for the Hudson River. Through vivid storytelling follow passengers and crew through the harrowing flight river landing and evacuation from icy waters.
Author Biography
Steven Otfinoski has written more than 150 books for young readers. Three of his nonfiction books have been chosen Books for the Teen Age by the New York Public Library. Steve is also a playwright and has his own theater company that brings one-person plays about American history to schools. Steve lives in Connecticut with his wife, who is a teacher. They have two children, two dogs, and a cat.
