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9/11: Control the Skies

4500 planes are in the air over North America on the morning of September 11, 2001. After four horrifying crashes, no one knows if any other aircraft ...might be highjacked by terrorists, about to commit further acts of destruction. Where can 4500 planes, and thousands of passengers, safely land? And which might be Al-Qaeda missiles? At that very moment, 500 planes are westbound toward the US. 233 turn back to where they came from, but 167 are past the point of no return. And there is one tiny place on the map that has eyes on them all: Gander, Newfoundland. The lives of 45,000 people over the Atlantic are now in the hands of small team of air traffic controllers in remote, rural Gander, population 10,000. These unsung ATC heroes from a draw on their skills, experience and raw talent to together achieve the impossible, landing 167 planes in three hours without a single incident. Show More

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In 9/11: Control the Skies, the gripping documentary delves into the unprecedented events that unfolded on September 11, 2001. With 4500 planes soaring through the skies over North America, no one knows how many could be hijacked by terrorists, potentially leading to further destruction. Faced with this harrowing situation, the question arises: where can these planes, along with thousands of passengers, land safely, while also identifying potential Al-Qaeda missiles?

At this critical juncture, 500 planes are heading towards the United States, with 233 opting to turn back. Unfortunately, 167 have passed the point of no return. Amidst the chaos, a small and unassuming place emerges as a beacon of hope: Gander, Newfoundland. This rural town, populated by a mere 10,000 inhabitants, becomes the pivotal point for monitoring each and every plane's movement.

With their eyes fixed on the 167 planes over the Atlantic, the air traffic controllers of Gander become the unsung heroes in this extraordinary sequence of events. Armed with their expertise, experience, and sheer talent, this small team must accomplish the impossible: land 167 planes in just three hours, all without a single incident.

As the fate of 45,000 lives hangs in the balance, this captivating documentary showcases the remarkable efforts and unwavering determination of these air traffic controllers. 9/11: Control the Skies highlights their resilience, resourcefulness, and unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety of thousands in the midst of unparalleled chaos.