Doug White (aviator)
American aviator and pharmacist
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Doug White (c. 1953) is an American aviator and pharmacist.[1][2] In 2009, he became known for successfully landing a plane-where he and his wife and children were passengers-right after its pilot, Joe Cabuk, died.[3][4][5][6] His story served as the basis for the 2023 film On a Wing and a Prayer, where White was portrayed by Dennis Quaid.[7][8]
White received his pilot's license in 1990, but had no experience flying a King Air at the time in 2009.[9][10][11][12] He is married to Terri and they have two daughters, Maggie and Bailey.[13][14] He is from Archibald, Louisiana.[15] As of 2023, he resides in DeRidder, Louisiana and is the owner of a car wash.[16]