C. Sullenberger & Crew

Danville, CA 94506 (or) 94526

Captain Chesley Sullenberger of California and his crew have been recognized for their heroic and decisive actions on January 15, 2009, in New York City. On that day, US Airways Flight 1549’s captain and crew acted admirably and decisively in protecting the lives of their passengers when birds struck the plane’s engines. With the assistance of the first officer, Captain Chesley Sullenberger calmly and flawlessly set the A320 aircraft down in the Hudson River and passengers were led out onto the wings of the airplane by the flight attendants and onto inflatable rafts. The aircraft was cleared within two minutes with no serious injuries. With the risk of the plane submerging, Captain Sullenberger disregarded his own life to ensure everyone was evacuated. He was the last person to leave. These genuine heroes acted in the best spirit of their profession. Captain Chesley Sullenberger and the crew of US Airways Flight 1549 continue to be an inspiration and credit to the state of California and to their fellow Americans.

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