What does the phrase 'Land it in the Hudson' mean?

Answer 1

'Land it in the Hudson'
Refers to Captain CB 'Sully' Sullenburger and his last minute decision to land US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River after both engines had been struck by birds. It is currently used in any situation where there seems to be no way out, but coming up with a quick decision saves the day.

Example
guy 1-'I had to do a presentation in my psych class today but totally forgot'
guy 2- 'so what did you do?'
guy 1-'I played it off like my presentation was about human reaction to stressful situations, such as forgetting you had to do a presentation, Got an A'
guy 2- 'way to land it in the Hudson!'

When Get it done, get it done, now!

I've never heard this phrase used. But it obviously refers to the plane that had an emergency landing in the Hudson River in New York. The pilot had to ditch his aircraft when he lost all power. So I would say this phrase would mean: "Your cause is hopeless; ditch it and find a way out now"

BTW, the Airbus he flew had what is referred to as a Ditching Switch. When it appears the plane will crash into water, the crew pushes this button and it re-configures the aircraft to close all the small doors that could allow water to enter the fuselage. This is supposed to keep it floating a little longer