"Miracle on the Hudson" pilot, Capt. "Sully," shares Alzheimer's diagnosis
By July 14, 2026 / 1:42 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger , who famously landed a passenger jet on the Hudson River…
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All 155 passengers and crew members survived. Alzheimer's is a brain condition that gradually causes problems with memory and other skills. Sullenberger said he hopes by sharing his diagnosis, others with the disease will also speak up.
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All 155 passengers and crew members survived.
according to Washington ExaminerAlzheimer's is a brain condition that gradually causes problems with memory and other skills.
according to CBS News — LatestSullenberger said he hopes by sharing his diagnosis, others with the disease will also speak up.
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