Now a major motion picture from Clint Eastwood starring Tom Hanks-the inspirational autobiography by one of the most captivating American heroes of our time Capt Sully& Sullenberger-the pilot who miraculously landed a crippled US Airways Flight 1549 in New York&s Hudson River saving the lives of all 155 passengers & crew On January 15 2009 the world witnessed a remarkable emergency landing when Captain " Sully" Sullenberger skillfully glided US Airways Flight 1549 onto the Hudson River saving the lives of all 155 passengers & crew His cool actions not only averted tragedy but made him a hero & an inspiration worldwide His story is now a major motion picture from director producer Clint Eastwood & stars Tom Hanks Laura Linney & Aaron Eckhart Sully&s story is one of dedication hope & preparedness revealing the important lessons he learned through his life in his military service & in his work as an airline pilot It reminds us all that even in these days of conflict tragedy & uncertainty there are values still worth fighting for-that life&s challenges can be met if we&re ready for them