Experts say that self-confidence is crucial when you have to act in a difficult situation. Captain Sullenberger was anxious, but he was confident. He believed he could land this plane. He did not panic. He brought the plane lower and lower. "Brace for impact," he said over the intercom. At 3:31 p.m., the plane touched down on the water. There was a huge spray of water. The plane stopped,and it floated.