Michael Duffy, as a new captain, quickly responded to the emergency of US Airways Flight 1549, demonstrating the critical actions taken during a maritime rescue.
Duffy reflected on the timing of the incident, noting the river conditions were favorable for the landing: 'They were lucky... it just happened to be clear, otherwise it would be a problem for the plane.'
On that day, Duffy had to prioritize rescue, stating, 'My first official order was to throw 51 paying customers off the [Circle Line] boat,' showcasing the urgency of the situation.
The Circle Line team, including Duffy, played a pivotal role in the rescue, quickly getting first responders to the crash site and establishing a medical station.
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