of the floating aircraft or into the slightly submerged slides. They were then taken to safety on Hudson River ferries. Before leaving the aircraft himself, the captain made one last check inside to see that no one was left behind. There were no serious injuries. Many are calling this a miracle. However, aviation authorities are saying that the real reason for the success of the landing and evacuation was the first-class training of the pilots and cabin crew. They knew what to do and did it superbly.