Historical FigureAmerican1951 – present
Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger
Pilot of Hudson River emergency landing, aviation safety advocate
Biography
American airline captain famous for successfully landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, saving all 155 people aboard. He became a national hero and aviation safety advocate.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
American
Born
1951
Thinking about the name
Sully
English origin
“A shortened, spirited form of Sullivan or other Sul- names, Sully has the energy of classic American nicknames. The name conveys friendliness and approachability while maintaining subtle strength. It's the kind of name that feels equally at home on a playground or in a boardroom, suggesting someone unpretentious yet capable.”