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Sully: My Search for What Really Matters Mass Market Paperback – August 30, 2016

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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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    August 30, 2016
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  6. ISBN-10
    0062564323
  7. ISBN-13
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Now a major motion picture from Clint Eastwood, starring Tom Hanks

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, starring Tom Hanks, Aaron Eckhart, and Laura Linney.

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.

About the Author

Chesley B. "Sully" Sullenberger, III has been dedicated to the pursuit of safety for his entire adult life. While he is best known for serving as Captain during what has been called the "Miracle on the Hudson," Sullenberger is a speaker, aviation safety expert, and accident investigator, serves as the CBS News Aviation and Safety Expert, and is the founder and chief executive officer of Safety Reliability Methods, Inc., a company dedicated to management, safety, performance, and reliability consulting. He lives with his family in the San Francisco Bay Area.



Jeffrey Zaslow was a Wall Street Journal columnist, and, with Randy Pausch, coauthor of The Last Lecture, and the author of The Girls from Ames. Zaslow died in 2012 at the age of 53.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ William Morrow; Reissue edition (August 30, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Mass Market Paperback ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0062564323
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062564320
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.19 x 0.89 x 7.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Captain Chesley B. Sullenberger III is an airline pilot and safety expert, and has served as an instructor and an Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) safety chairman and accident investigator. He was named the Outstanding Cadet in Airmanship in his graduating class at the United States Air Force Academy, and he holds two master's degrees. A native of Denison, Texas, he lives in Danville, California, with his wife and family.

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Torn cover with worn edges on book. Also pages are very yellowed.Ordered the book and received it about a month later.Expect a new book but this is not it.
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Chester Patton
5.0 out of 5 stars Serving the World Well
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2016
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I really enjoyed this book. "Sully", of course, concerns the events of January 15, 2009 on Flight 1549, and the "miracle landing" in the Hudson River in which no lives were lost. The book provides a profile of a life-long commitment to the disciplined profession of flying, from his youthful start, learning on an Aeronca 7DC crop duster, through his military service and into his professional pilot career with U.S. Airways. Just as compelling are the insights into the history of air travel, close calls and notable events through the years, and a life-long commitment to safety. Captain Sullenberger's writing is exactly what you would expect from the world's best known pilot: laconic, thoughtful, modest, honest and direct. "Sully" is a quick read, but has enough variety of subject matter and depth to be worth your time. One of the most fascinating aspects of the book are insights into the airline industry, which has seen many changes and challenges over the past thirty years. Airline employees have had to deal with the aftermath of deregulation, pay cuts and give backs, pension degradation and a strict seniority system that prevents lateral transfers to other airlines. Sully's meditations on life (the book is subtitled "My Search for What Really Matters") also provide rich subject matter for contemplation. He says, "People who love their jobs work more diligently at them. They become more adept at the intricacies of their duties. They serve the world well." Sully is a pragmatic sort of philosopher who feels we should each do our part to contribute to the general welfare. He lives this philosophy, has demonstrated it in life-long commitment, and has indeed served our world well.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and uplifting
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2020
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Very well written by just a "regular guy". I don't read a whole lot if autobiographies, but very glad I read this one! Sully's life story leading up to his sudden fame for landing safely in the Hudson was very interesting. And the story if the flight itself is intense, but infused with hope. Sully truly is humble, intense, truly committed to his love of flight and continuous learning. Kudos to him, his flight crew and his amazing family; and thank you for sharing your story and insights in this wonderful, book.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A person I would like to know
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2021
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And, in fact, now I do feel as though I know Captain Sullenberger. This is a very pleasant autobiography of a remarkable, unremarkable, human being whose skills were tested to the max and who succeeded. Most of us can point to a high point in our lives, a time of which we are very proud; not many of us can say our actions saved 155 lives. The book is well put together and not as dry as might be expected because he shares enough personal information to make this a personal story and not merely a report of events. A very good read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very moving and heartfelt
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023
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This is one of the best books I've read in quite a long time. We need to know about people like Sully and all the pilots like him. They have taken such a hit financially and the demands placed on them after all that training. I have a new appreciation for all of the Sullys out there.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Loved reading the book, easy to continue reading it. Thanks to the authors.
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2017
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I live in Mexico City, and not related to the event that unfortunately happened that made Captain Sully famous. At the same time fortunately that Crew taking care of that flight. I saw the movie with Tom Hanks, and at the credits read that there is a book by Captain Sully. I just had to read it!

I'm glad I did. The book is not only his biography and the detailed description of the event of the flight landing at Hudson River, but also providing food for thought, with lessons to use personally. It is inspiring.

Plus the thought of using the services of the Airlines. It is amazing how one gets for granted that leaving and arriving on time appears to be our priority, when it should actually be arriving safely. It is a nice and high responsibility for all people working in that Industry, but a high responsilibity on the Pilots, Officers, and Crews. GRACIAS!!!

Thanks, Sully. God Bless You, Captain! Dios lo bendiga, Capitán!
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Gwens Grama
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2016
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I have been inspired with Sully from the day I saw this on the news. I am anxious to see the movie but I wanted first to read his personal account. He is even more of a hero in my eyes today than ever before. I believe there is one miracle in this story that may have been overlooked. At least I haven't seen it addressed.
The fact that he and this particular crew were the people to carry this out is a miracle in itself. A different pilot and crew could have certainly had a different outcome. There are so many worse scenarios of what could have happened but after you read of his commitment and diligence he has shown throughout his life you will understand the true magnitude of this situation . This book had me in tears reading the first chapter and then again throughout the entire book. Sully is a hero to me and I am so thankful there are people like him and his outstanding crew to look out for our safety in the sky. Thank you Sully.

I highly recommend this book. It is very easy reading and he tells his story as if he is talking directly to you personally.
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Manfred Rikkerhausen
4.0 out of 5 stars Masterful Pilot
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2016
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A fascinating behind the scenes insight of US aviation. Sullenberger takes us through his history of military flying and also his life as a commercial pilot. What is clearly evident is his love of actually piloting aircraft and his quest for the optimal flying speed, angles and fight path. As a passenger, its great to know that the crew in the cockpit really do enjoy their work. After reading the book I am more aware of the interest the crew have in their passengers. The chapters dealing with the landing on the Hudson river are fascinating to read. It is clear that aircraft construction as well as intense crew training, education and experience all contribute to the outcome where all the crew and passengers survived. The incident is very similar to SAS flight 751 where there was also a complete engine failure after take-off, although for different reasons. It is so important that our pilots have the right skills and knowledge to deal imaginatively with these challenges. A great book.
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ICE AVIATION
5.0 out of 5 stars This is something unexpected 🤔
Reviewed in India on August 30, 2023
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This book is really good for what it is...i mean c'mon it's the great sully sullenberg the captain who legit landed a plane on the Hudson river with 120+ passengers it is his story...a must read if you are an avgeek 👍🏼
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Geoff from Bushey
5.0 out of 5 stars A really good easy read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 27, 2020
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After watching the film, I wanted more information so I bought the book.
What a fascinating read, really gave the insight of the life of Sully, his devotion to his
job and family, plus the interesting life of a pilot .
The detail of the accident and aftermath was most fascinating.
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Fatima Coronado
5.0 out of 5 stars Esta super chido hahaha...
Reviewed in Mexico on January 28, 2018
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Bueno lo primero este libro me encanta la pelicula todo esta super padre este libro ya lo tengo en español y ya me lo termine como quiero aprender ingles dije porque no lo compor y pos lo ise hahaha.... La vdd se los recominedo si te gusta leer no lo pienses 2 veces y si te gusta la aviasion te va a gustar x1000 hahaha...
Si se los recomiendo y mas a este precio esta muy barato....
Lo unico que si me molesto esque llego antes y no fue por que no estava en mi casa estava sola y pos el chavo se le ocurrio lanzarlo ose que es eso mal servicio pero Bueno lo bueno esque llego muchoooooo antes llego 5 dias antes eso si me impreciono es lo buebo dr amazon llega a tirmpo o mucho antes eso me encanta
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Fatima Coronado
5.0 out of 5 stars Esta super chido hahaha...
Reviewed in Mexico on January 28, 2018
Bueno lo primero este libro me encanta la pelicula todo esta super padre este libro ya lo tengo en español y ya me lo termine como quiero aprender ingles dije porque no lo compor y pos lo ise hahaha.... La vdd se los recominedo si te gusta leer no lo pienses 2 veces y si te gusta la aviasion te va a gustar x1000 hahaha...
Si se los recomiendo y mas a este precio esta muy barato....
Lo unico que si me molesto esque llego antes y no fue por que no estava en mi casa estava sola y pos el chavo se le ocurrio lanzarlo ose que es eso mal servicio pero Bueno lo bueno esque llego muchoooooo antes llego 5 dias antes eso si me impreciono es lo buebo dr amazon llega a tirmpo o mucho antes eso me encanta
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5.0 out of 5 stars Lesenswert
Reviewed in Germany on September 7, 2019
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Dieses Buch fand ich sehr interessant zu lesen, vor allem weil Sully ein beindruckender und sehr bescheidener Mensch ist. Für diejenigen, die den Film gesehen und gemocht haben kann ich das Buch nur empfehlen.
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