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Suddenly, the atmosphere changed from a regular flight operation to a high-stakes emergency. CNN broadcasted live updates as the situation evolved, and with the loss of contact, terrorism threats were becoming evident. The air traffic control network began collaborating intensively, with alerts sent out to regional centers and military assets mobilizing in response.
Reports indicated that American 11 was heading south after losing contact, raising imminent fears of an aircraft potentially being under the control of hijackers. Across regional centers, functions shifted as military readiness was declared, including a scramble of fighter jets to intercept.