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First Edition
Original Language
English
ISBN
9780061924682
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Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0061924687
ISBN-13
9780061924682
eBay Product ID (ePID)
72770047

Product Key Features

Book Title
Highest Duty : My Search for What Really Matters
Number of Pages
352 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Rich & Famous, Personal Memoirs, Aeronautics & Astronautics
Publication Year
2009
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Technology & Engineering, Biography & Autobiography
Author
Jeffrey Zaslow, Chesley B. Sullenberger III
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
1.2 in
Item Weight
20 oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in

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Trade
LCCN
2009-035858
Reviews
'As demonstrated by the subtitle, [Sully has] been intent on using his newfound fame to promote his own code: Doing things well, doing them right, the way he did the day he used ?a lifetime of knowledge to find a way to safety,? his written description of the feat of flying those 150 passengers to safety.' (San Francisco Chronicle)
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
629.13092 B
Synopsis
On January 15, 2009, the world witnessed one of the most remarkable emergency landings in aviation history when Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger skillfully glided US Airways Flight 1549 onto the surface of the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 aboard. His cool actions not only averted tragedy but made him a hero and an inspiration worldwide. To Sullenberger, a calm, steady pilot with forty years of flying experience who is also a safety consulting expert, the landing was not a miracle but rather the result of years of practice and training-wisdom he gained in the cockpit of U.S. Air Force jets and in his Texas boyhood. Born to a World War II veteran and dentist father and an elementary school teacher mother, Sully fell in love with planes early. He learned to fly as an eager 16-year-old from a crop duster, an older neighbor in north Texas, who took off and landed his fragile plane on the grass field behind his house. While Sully's father encouraged his interest in flying, he also imparted stern advice he'd learned from his Navy service during World War II: a commander is responsible for everyone in his care-and those words have shaped Sully's life and work and continue to guide him today. HIGHEST DUTY reveals the important lessons Sully learned through childhood, in his military service, and in his work as a commercial airline pilot. At heart, it is a story of hope and preparedness-that life's challenges can be met if we're ready for them-reminding us that, even in these days filled with war, tragedy, and economic uncertainty, there are values still worth fighting for. A few weeks after the crash, Sully discovered that he'd lost a library book about professional ethics, Just Culture: Balancing Safety and Accountability, in the downed plane's cargo hold. When he called the library to notify them, they waived the usual fees. Mayor Michael Bloomberg replaced the book when he gave Sully the Key to the City in a New York ceremony., 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., 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., "Gripping and genuinely heartwarming." -New York Daily News   The inspirational New York Times bestselling autobiography of a true American hero, in Highest Duty Capt. Chesley "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-shares his thoughts on leadership, responsibility, and service along with his riveting life story. Written with Jeffrey Zaslow, coauthor of The Last Lecture with Randy Pausch, Highest Duty is a remarkable true-life story that the Washington Times says, "Screams to be required reading for all young people, or anybody else who needs confirmation that courage, dignity and extraordinary competence can still be found in this land."
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TL540

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  • by johnd578
    02 Feb, 2017Most favourable review

    Real-life Action Thriller

    Captain 'Sully' Sullenberger's most dramatic experience - landing a disabled jet filled with passengers on the Hudson River - successfully - with no loss of life! This book will instill a tremendous amount of confidence in the aviation industry. The level of training that Sully Sullenberger gained in his life as an aviator paid off in the last minutes of what could have been a tragic flight, saving the entire crew and passengers. His split second processing of the situation and decision making were the result of years of flying experience and it paid off in a successful 'water landing' of the aircraft. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has ever flown or anticipates flying. It is a testament to the entire airline industry and the hard work of everyone of their employees - every ...

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: second.sale

  • by airwolffl
    30 May, 2017

    A must read!

    This is the story of the right man at the right place and at the right time. Only a handful of pilots could have pulled off this fantastic feat or airmanship. 155 souls still walk this earth with no ill effects thanks to Capt. Sullenberger. The entire crew of Cactus 1549 deserve our highest admiration.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: sportscc10

  • by alavender-field
    07 Sep, 2016

    Great Book

    I wanted to hear the story from the man himself. Beautiful written. Each chapter building the character of the man and why he was able to do what he did within seconds of being hit by birds and loosing both engines. Also includes insight into the airline industry as well.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: the_book_hive

  • by rexy514
    09 Apr, 2019

    awesom must read through the eyes of a historic pilot !

    story of an incredible man through his eyes and life of becomming a commercial airline pilot and safely landing an aircraft in the hudson river saving 155 lives on january 15,2009 .

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: thrift.books

  • by cabinfever21
    07 Aug, 2023

    Once in a lifetime happening!

    Amazing story and life of Captain Sully read it in one day!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: thrift.books

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