Disaster From Space

This one-meter resolution satellite image of Manhattan, New York was collected June 30, 2000 by Space Imaging's IKONOS satellite. The image, taken from the south, prominently features the 110-story World Trade Center twin towers. IKONOS travels 423 miles above the Earth's surface at a speed of 17,500 miles per hour.

The World Trade Center Before The Attack
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This one-meter resolution satellite image of Manhattan, New York was collected at 11:43 a.m. EDT on Sept. 12, 2001 by Space Imaging's IKONOS satellite. The image shows an area of white and gray-colored dust and smoke at the location where the 1,350-foot towers of the World Trade Center once stood. IKONOS travels 423 miles above the Earth's surface at a speed of 17,500 miles per hour.

World Trade Center September 12th
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World Trade Center September 15th
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This one-meter resolution satellite image of The Pentagon was collected on Dec. 28, 2000 by Space Imaging's IKONOS satellite. Clearly visible are the cars in the parking lot, the Pentagon's renowned five-sided shape, the building's inners rings and five-acre courtyard. IKONOS travels 423 miles above the Earth's surface at a speed of 17,500 miles per hour.

The Pentagon Before The Attack
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This one-meter resolution satellite image of the Pentagon was collected at 11:46 a.m. EDT on Sept. 12, 2001 by Space Imaging's IKONOS satellite. The image shows extensive damage to the western side and interior rings of the multi-ringed building. IKONOS travels 423 miles above the Earth's surface at a speed of 17,500 miles per hour.

The Pentagon on September 12th
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Images of New York City taken from the International Space Station Sept. 11 - 12, 2001
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