Timeline — 9 11

– 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.

– United Airlines Flight 93 (Newark to San Francisco) takes off—40 minutes behind schedule due to airport congestion. Four hijackers are on board. The Attacks Begin 8:46 AM – AA 11 crashes into the North Tower (1 WTC) of the World Trade Center between floors 93 and 99. All on board are killed. Hundreds inside the tower are killed instantly; thousands are trapped above the impact zone. 9 11 timeline

– 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. – The White House and U

– 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. Over 800 civilians and first responders are killed instantly