9 11 Timeline [HD 2026]

We remember those lost, those who survived, and those who rushed to help.

– UA 93 crashes near Shanksville, Pennsylvania , after passengers and crew—learning of the earlier attacks via phone calls—storm the cockpit. The intended target is believed to be either the White House or the U.S. Capitol. All 44 on board are killed.

– Hijacker Mohammed Atta (on AA 11) mistakenly transmits a message to air traffic control: “We have some planes. Just stay quiet, and you’ll be OK. We are returning to the airport.”

– The White House and U.S. Capitol are evacuated. The Collapses & The Passengers Who Fought Back 9:59 AM – The South Tower collapses just 56 minutes after being hit. Over 800 civilians and first responders are killed instantly. 9 11 timeline

– For the first time in history, the FAA grounds all civilian aircraft over the continental U.S. All incoming international flights are diverted to Canada.

– American Airlines Flight 77 (Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles) takes off. Five hijackers are on board.

The 9/11 Timeline: A Minute-by-Minute Account of the Attacks That Changed the World We remember those lost, those who survived, and

– United Airlines Flight 175 (Boston to Los Angeles) takes off. Five hijackers are on board.

– Five stories of the Pentagon collapse due to fire and damage. Aftermath & Immediate Response 12:16 PM – All commercial air traffic in the U.S. is successfully grounded. Over 4,500 flights are diverted or canceled.

– President George W. Bush, visiting an elementary school in Florida, is informed of the second crash. He remains seated for several minutes, reading “The Pet Goat” with students. Capitol

– President Bush addresses the nation from the school, calling the events an “apparent terrorist attack.”

– The North Tower collapses after burning for 102 minutes. Debris and dust clouds engulf Lower Manhattan.

– News cameras capture a gaping hole in the North Tower. Most initially believe it is a tragic accident.

– UA 175 crashes into the South Tower (2 WTC) between floors 77 and 85. The impact is broadcast live to millions watching on television. It is now clear this is a deliberate attack.