Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger III has publicly disclosed that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in August 2025, currently in the early stage where memory lapses and sleep disruptions are noted. In statements across interviews and posts, he emphasized that his condition is at the beginning of a long journey and that he remains the same steady person his family and fans know. His wife Lorrie described their experience as one navigated with hope and gratitude, highlighting their commitment to support and find joy in everyday moments. The revelation comes from the pilot who famously landed US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, an event widely celebrated as the “Miracle on the Hudson,” and is aimed at raising awareness and helping families living with the disease. Sullenberger has a long-standing public profile, including plans for public engagement and recognition in aviation history, with coverage noting his forthcoming induction into the National Aviation Hall of Fame.