![]() The passengers of Flight 93 formed a plan to attack the piloting cabin in an attempt to regain control of the aircraft. Staring imminent death in the face but weighing the gravity of the situation, Todd and other passengers made a decision that they inherently knew was the right thing. The terrorists had gained control of Flight 93 and it’s believed that there were multiple deaths onboard by the time the plane altered course and began heading toward its destined target ( believed to be the US capitol building). ![]() However, we know from a number of phone calls placed by the passengers that they knew the situation was dire and perhaps much worse than they could even imagine. Until 9/11, Todd led a common life, but the magnitude of his actions on that fateful day saved American lives and prevented a terrible day from being much worse.ĭetailed accounts of what happened on any of those four flights is spotty at best. He went to college, played sports, got married, had kids, and was a businessman in corporate America. By many accounts Todd was your so-called ordinary American. ![]() This time of year brings to light old wounds and deep scars for many Americans but it is also a testament to the bravery and courage that is so deeply ingrained in American citizens.īorn in Flint, Michigan and a resident of Cranberry, New Jersey, Todd was an account manager at Oracle. This man led passengers of United Flight 93 in an attempt to regain control of the aircraft from the terrorist hijackers. This past week America observed the tragedy of 9/11 on its 20 th anniversary.
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