9/11: Cleared for Chaos

Overview

On September 11, 2001, catastrophic attacks on the World Trade Center led to an unprecedented closure of U.S. airspace. Meanwhile, in Gander, Newfoundland, a team of Nav Canada air traffic controllers found themselves responsible for the fate of 33,000 passengers. Faced with a monumental challenge, they had to rapidly devise a plan to accommodate 224 diverted aircraft. "9/11: Cleared for Chaos" reveals the remarkable story of these underrecognized heroes who skillfully coordinated the safe landing of all planes within just four hours, showcasing their extraordinary teamwork and quick thinking during a crisis.