Tom Hanks has a tough decision on his hands ... take his wife to the premiere of "Sully" or bring one of the real-life passengers who wants to walk the red carpet with the star.

Michelle Winegar was in seat 24D on US Airways flight 1549 when Sully Sullenberger miraculously landed the jet in the Hudson.

She desperately wants to go to the premiere ... hoping a public plea to the actor will help her score a +1.

Michelle says it was difficult seeing the trailer, but she thinks watching the movie will be therapeutic.

Michelle also has a new flying routine these days ... a trip to the airport bar.