Let's make this birthday one to remember.

74 years old (Born on January 23, 1951)

Happy Birthday to Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the original captain of cool under pressure! You've soared into history books (and safely onto the Hudson!) proving once and for all that birds should keep their distance. It's not every pilot who can land an airplane on water with perfect style points—though we're still waiting to hear if you earned extra frequent flyer miles for it.

As you celebrate another marvelous year, remember your incredible feat continues to inspire us all. May this birthday be turbulence-free and filled with clear skies, smoother landings, less goose traffic—and absolutely no unexpected swimming lessons!