Miracle on Hudson pilot Sully Sullenberger opens up about Alzheimer's diagnosis

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 23 Sept, 21:56 · Archive

Retired pilot Captain Chesley Sullenberger has disclosed an Alzheimer's disease diagnosis.

Sullenberger, famous for successfully landing a passenger plane on the Hudson River in 2009, spoke about his diagnosis alongside his wife of 37 years, Lorrie, in an interview with Good Morning America. He discussed his fears about the condition's progression and revealed warning signs he had missed years earlier.

How it is being reported

• ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ hero Sully Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer’s warning signs he missed years agoCaptain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger and wife Lorrie reveal the subtle behavioral shifts noticed years before his Alzheimer's disease diagnosis.Fox News · 23 Sept, 21:43
• Hero pilot Sully Sullenberger reveals his biggest fear of Alzheimer’s battle"But if this has to be my last flight, I'm going to go out using a full afterburner," he vowed.New York Post · 23 Sept, 14:44
• Miracle on the Hudson pilot Captain Sully Sullenberger says he fears being a 'burden' on his wife as his Alzheimer's diagnosis progressesSpeaking alongside his wife of 37 years, Lorrie, the retired pilot opened up about his devastating diagnosis during an interview with Good Morning America's Robin Roberts on Tuesday.Daily Mail · 23 Sept, 14:38

In this story: Chesley Sullenberger · Lorrie Sullenberger · Good Morning America · Hudson River

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