Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, the retired airline captain known for landing a passenger jet in the Hudson River in 2009, announced on July 14, 2026, that he has been diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. In a statement on his website, Sullenberger, 75, described the diagnosis, stating that it means he may have difficulty recalling names, forgetting stories, and experiencing sleep disturbances. He was diagnosed by Dr. Gil Rabinovici at the UCSF Medical Center. Sullenberger expressed hope that sharing his diagnosis would encourage other families facing similar challenges to come forward. He emphasized the importance of hope and stated that despite the diagnosis, he will continue to appreciate life with his family.
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Sully Sullenberger Announces Early-Stage Alzheimer's Diagnosis
Chesley Sullenberger, known for his emergency landing of US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River, announced he has been diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. He shared his hopes that discussing his diagnosis will help others facing similar challenges and emphasized the importance of hope in difficult times.
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