These photos were taken by the crane operator lifting the Airbus A320 (take-off weight can be up to 169,750 lbs) out of the Hudson River on the night of 17 February into the morning of 18 February. It has been almost a month since pilot Chesley Sullenberger skillfully splash landed this aircraft after it was crippled by Canada geese during takeoff from LaGuardia Airport.
Some initial ground prep.
Tail breaches the surface.
The fuselage makes it's appearance.
Ten minutes later the wings are out.
Airborne for the last time.
On the barge and off to be inspected.
Check out all 21 pictures here.
