Brian Shul

Brian Shul´s inurnment with full military honors was yesterday at Arlington National Cemetery. Attended only by very close friends and family. We miss him dearly and will always remember his contagious laughter

I am a retired Army Nurse who took care of Brian when he was hospitalized with severe burns in 1974 at the Institute of Surgical Research in San Antonio, TX. I experienced him as a uniquely gifted man in his recovery "mission". I spent many evenings after my 3-11 pm shift sitting with Brian discussing what is really important in life. He taught me a lot about cherishing life. I feel blessed to have known him and will never forget his loving spirit.

Call sign Pickle wishes you a safe journey over the endless clouds.

You are an inspiration to the young men and women who aspire to be pilots. Fly high Brian!

just found out today, 2 years later that Mr Schul had passed...late condolences to all his family and friends, I never knew him or got to see him talk, but had read and watched a lot of his story over the years, what a amazing guy... funny, accomplished, and inspiring, a hero to many he never met, but left a great impression upon... we'll all meet someday, to say thank you.

Thank you Brian for ur service.

I met Brian Shul while attending the Reno Air Races in 2009, way back when, with my girlfriend who is now my wife.

I saw his booth that said "Meet an SR-71 Pilot", and I just had to go over there.
Brian was just telling a live version of the LA Speed Check event. Everyone that listened laughed so hard.
Hearing him telling it live was priceless. He also told the story about dropping out of the clouds over an English AFB with the infamous fly-by for some colonel?'s...

Brian was a terrific fellow who answered all of my (unclassified) questions about the SR-71. Even though I never met him in person, he was a joy to talk with. I hope to finally meet him on the other side.

Brian Shul -- a true American patriot and hero. Thank you Brian for your inspiration, example, sacrifice, and service. Fighter pilot nation will never forget you.