He is best known for his actions as captain of US Airways Flight 1549 on January 15, 2009, when he ditched the plane, landing on the Hudson River after both engines were disabled by a bird strike. All 155 people aboard survived.

Jan 10, 2024 · After a catastrophic bird strike, pilot Sully Sullenberger landed in the Hudson River on January 15, 2009 — saving everyone onboard. Incredibly, all 155 people onboard US Airways Flight 1549 survived the water landing.

Given their position in relation to the available airports and their low altitude, pilots Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger and Jeffrey Skiles decided to glide the plane to ditching on the Hudson River near Midtown Manhattan.

Mar 15, 2011 · On January 15, 2009, a potential disaster turns into a heroic display of skill and composure when Captain Chesley Burnett Sullenberger III safely lands the plane he was piloting on New York...

Sep 5, 2024 · Learn how Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger's extraordinary landing of US Airways Flight 1549 on January 15, 2009, became an aviation legend. Discover the real events behind 'Sully' and the Miracle on the Hudson.

Jan 15, 2024 · Fifteen years ago today, a miracle happened on the Hudson River. After hitting a flock of geese just after takeoff, US Airways Flight 1549 had to make an emergency landing. Captain Chesley...

Mar 3, 2024 · January 15th marked the 15th anniversary of the “Miracle on the Hudson” landing by Captain C.B. ‘Sully’ Sullenberger. Sullenberger and the crew who saved the lives of the 155 souls on board. The Airbus 320 Flight 1549 now resides in the Main Gallery at Sullenberger Aviation Museum.

Jun 9, 2009 · Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger recalled his decision to land the plane carrying 155 people on the water as investigators began a three-day examination of the so-called "Miracle on the Hudson."

Jun 20, 2024 · Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger made the split-second decision to land the plane on the Hudson River, a maneuver fraught with risk but ultimately the only option to save the lives...

Jan 15, 2023 · Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger made a split decision to land the passenger plane into the water after birds knocked out both engines, saving the lives of the 155 people on board. The...