Flight 93 NM Passport 25th Anniversary 1986-2011 - Shanksville, PA
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Don.Morfe
N 40° 03.042 W 078° 54.102
17T E 678984 N 4435493
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the United States came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. 2,973 people tragically lost their lives. Because of the actions of the 40 passengers and crew aboard one of the planes, Flight 93, the attack on the U.S. Capitol or White House was thwarted.
Waymark Code: WM1252W
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 02/29/2020
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The Visitor Center Complex opened on September 10, 2015. Please plan for approximately 45 minutes to explore the exhibit space, Flight Path Overlook, and Eastern National bookstore and sales area.
There are no restrooms in the Visitor Center. Restrooms with flush toilets are located next to the parking lot area in the low flat building along the flight path.
The Visitor Center is located behind the tall Memorial Walls which flank the Flight Path Walkway (black granite pavers).
Parking is limited, and during peak visitation (May-October, 11:00 am-3:00 pm) the lot may be full. Early morning is the best time to visit, and the Visitor Center is open 9:00 am-5:00 pm, weather permitting.