9 11 Timeline May 2026

– 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.

The 9/11 Timeline: A Minute-by-Minute Account of the Attacks That Changed the World

We remember those lost, those who survived, and those who rushed to help. 9 11 timeline

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

– Flight attendants on AA 11 alert ground personnel that the plane has been hijacked. Hijackers have sprayed mace and stabbed two people. – The White House and U

– 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.

– 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. Over 800 civilians and first responders are killed instantly

– 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.