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US Airways Pilot is a Hero to Animals

U.S. Airways pilot Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger was a hero when he safely landed Flight 1549 in the Hudson River after a flock of birds had disabled the plane’s engines on January 15, 2009. His skill, bravery and quick action saved the lives of 155 people.

It turns out that Captain Sullenberger has had a hand in other rescues too. People Magazine discovered that the Captain and his wife have been providing foster homes for dozens of cats and kittens through Tony LaRussa’s Animal Rescue Foundation. They also raise puppies for Guidedogs for the Blind.

“Sully’s the cat person. I’m the dog person,” said Captain Sullenberger’s wife Lorrie. Maybe that’s why Sully is so good at landing on his feet!