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The events of September 11th, 2001 are forever etched into the hearts and souls of our nation and the world. Every year, it is important to reflect on the tragic events of that day and honor those who lost their lives. On September 11th, 2008, join Michael Smerconish and the Big Talker 1210 as Michael re-visits the Flight 93 Memorial Site in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. This site is the final resting place of the heroic passengers and crew of Flight 93 who gave their lives on September 11th, 2001. So join us on this visit to commemorate and remember the many heroes of that tragic day in our country’s history.
Tickets are $25 per person and include roundtrip transportation and lunch courtesy of Hymies Deli in Merion and Skinny Water. CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets or call TicketWeb at 1-866-468-7619.
TicketWeb Hours of Operation
Online 24/7
Mon.-Fri. 9am-9pm
Sat. 10am-9pm
Sun. 10am-8pm
Boxed Lunch Selections are as follows:
Corned Beef Sandwich on Rye, Fresh Turkey on Rye w/Lettce & Tomato, Chicken Caesar Wrap, Baked Ham & Swiss Cheese on Rye, Veggie Wrap
Your Lunch will also include the following: A bag of Potato Chips, Mustard & Mayo Packs, Napkins & Utensils, A Pickle, Fruit and a Homemade Black & White Cookie and a Skinny Water.
Trip Itinerary Details (subject to change):
6:00am: Departure from 1210 AM Studios in Bala Cynwyd.
9:00am: Approximate arrival at Flight 93 Memorial
11:00am: Lunch
12:00pm Return to 1210 AM Studios in Bala Cynwyd
3:00pm Approximate arrival back at 1210 AM Studios in Bala Cynwyd
Flight 93 Memorial Information:
Please remember the Temporary Memorial is only open during daylight hours from dawn to dusk. The Memorial, access roads and parking lots are not lighted at night
The following policies exist for the site:
- No solicitation, concessions, brochures, sales, signs, or advertisements are permitted;
- Overnight parking or loitering at the site are prohibited;
- Planting of trees, flowers, or shrubs is not allowed;
- No structures are to be installed at the site.
The Flight 93 Temporary Memorial is a place for quiet reflection and expressions of respect. Help maintain the dignity of the site by not smoking or bringing pets, food, or drink into the memorial area.
Visitors may write their thoughts or simply record their visit in bound books or on comment cards provided at the Temporary Memorial. These books and cards, along with the tributes left by visitors, will be archived as part of the Flight 93 National Memorial permanent collection. Please do not write on memorial tributes left by others.
The Temporary Memorial is located on private property. Please respect the owner’s rights by not trespassing beyond the gravel area of the memorial and the parking lots.
The crash site itself is accessible only to family members of those killed on Flight 93.
For People with Mobility Impairments:
The Flight 93 Temporary Memorial and adjacent parking lot are wheelchair accessible. Although the area is accessible , it does have some uneven terrain. There are accessible parking spaces available about 40 feet from the memorial area. The fenced-in memorial area encompasses approximately 4,000 square feet with a surface that will accommodate wheelchairs. There is an accessible ramp into the small shelter used in inclement weather.
For People with Hearing Impairments:
The story of Flight 93 is orally presented by volunteers and staff with color photographs to supplement the program. A brief written narrative is available on the site brochure.
For People with Sight Impairments:
The story of Flight 93 is orally presented by volunteers and staff. Individual questions and further explanation are invited at the end of each program. Many of the more permanent memorial tributes have raised lettering.
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