9 11 Timeline May 2026

– 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.

– American Airlines Flight 77 (Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles) takes off. Five hijackers are on board. 9 11 timeline

– 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. – Five stories of the Pentagon collapse due

– News cameras capture a gaping hole in the North Tower. Most initially believe it is a tragic accident. Over 4,500 flights are diverted or canceled

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