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Highest Duty by Captain Chesley B. Sullenberger, III

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Highest Duty

My Search for What Really Matters

Captain Chesley B. Sullenberger, III, Jeffrey Zaslow

HarperCollins · Print & ebook · October 13, 2009

Reading lane: Aviation History

Now a major motion picture from Clint Eastwood, starring Tom Hanks—the inspirational autobiography by one of the most captivating American heroes of our time, Capt. ‘Sully’ Sullenberger—the pilot who miraculously landed a crippled US Airways Flight 1549 in New York’s Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers and crew.

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Steady Under Pressure

A pilot’s account of preparedness and judgment makes an emergency landing a doorway to larger questions.

Come here for

  • Aviation history told through a pivotal moment
  • Reflections on service, readiness, and what matters

Expect

  • A personal account grounded in airline and military experience
  • A reflective, inspirational tone

Book Details

Authors
Captain Chesley B. Sullenberger, III, Jeffrey Zaslow
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
October 13, 2009
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Aviation History · How Transportation Works
Reading lane
Aviation History

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  • Personal Memoirs

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  • World History

About This Book

Now a major motion picture from Clint Eastwood, starring Tom Hanks—the inspirational autobiography by one of the most captivating American heroes of our time, Capt. ‘Sully’ Sullenberger—the pilot who miraculously landed a crippled US Airways Flight 1549 in New York’s Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers and crew. On January 15, 2009, the world witnessed a remarkable emergency landing when Captain "Sully" Sullenberger skillfully glided US Airways Flight 1549 o...

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Now a major motion picture from Clint Eastwood, starring Tom Hanks—the inspirational autobiography by one of the most captivating American heroes of our time, Capt. ‘Sully’ Sullenberger—the pilot who miraculously landed a crippled US Airways Flight 1549 in New York’s Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers and crew. On January 15, 2009, the world witnessed a remarkable emergency landing when Captain "Sully" Sullenberger skillfully glided US Airways Flight 1549 onto the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers and crew. His cool actions not only averted tragedy but made him a hero and an inspiration worldwide. His story is now a major motion picture from director / producer Clint Eastwood and stars Tom Hanks, Laura Linney and Aaron Eckhart. Sully's story is one of dedication, hope, and preparedness, revealing the important lessons he learned through his life, in his military service, and in his work as an airline pilot. It reminds us all that, even in these days of conflict, tragedy and uncertainty, there are values still worth fighting for—that life's challenges can be met if we're ready for them.

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