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Capt. Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger Reveals Alzheimer's Diagnosis

The pilot famed for the 'Miracle on the Hudson' emergency landing has publicly disclosed his diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.

Jul 14, 2026, 6:27 PM The Hill

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Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the pilot renowned for safely landing a commercial airplane on the Hudson River in a 2009 emergency, has recently revealed that he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

This announcement was reported on Tuesday, July 14th, 2026, highlighting a significant personal health development for the celebrated aviator.

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The Hill, Spencer Gustafson, July 14, 2026

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