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Fames Pilot Speaks At Purdue University

Last updated on Monday, May 16, 2011

(WEST LAFAYETTE, IN) - The pilot who became famous for his quick action that saved lives, when he guided a plane full of passengers to safety on the Hudson River, gave the commencement address at Purdue University Sunday.

U.S. Air Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger recalled his days at Purdue and how that prepared him for his days in the cockpit.

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